France's economy under Macron: Debt, unemployment, and aid under scrutiny

Emmanuel Macron leaves an economy burdened by high debt and persistent unemployment.

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Social aid and public finances remain contentious political issues.

His economic record is deemed mixed ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

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