France in search of a new identity
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Case Details: |
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| Case Code |
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ECOA102 |
For delivery in electronic format: Rs.
300;
For delivery through courier (within India): Rs.
300 + Shipping & Handling Charges extra
Themes- |
| Case Length |
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12 Pages |
| Period |
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2003 |
| Organization |
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Various |
| Pub Date |
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2003 |
| Teaching Note |
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Not Available |
| Countries
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France, Europe |
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Abstract:
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France is one of the most developed countries in the world. Along with Germany,
it has played a vital role in the creation of the euro. Even in an era of
liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation, the French believe in a strong
government. On one hand, the privatisation efforts continue, and on the other,
the government still controls major firms in several sectors. High unemployment,
a major social and economic problem in the country, has its roots in high tax
rates and rigid labour markets. France also has a heavy pension burden.
Excessive labour regulation has become a hindrance to investing in France. Of
late, France's stance in international politics has been sending confusing
signals.
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The country remains an enigma. On one hand,
it does not hesitate to criticise the US and on the other, many
French companies follow a pro-US business model. The case
illustrates the challenges which developed economies face in
retaining their competitiveness.
Contents:
Keywords:
Country case study of France, Privatisation, Euro,
Unemployment, Macroeconomics, Labour regulation, Jacques Chirac, Francois
Mitterrand, Economic policies in France, Economic and Monetary Union, Maastricht
Treaty, Labour productivity, Laurent Fabius
France in search of a new identity
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