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France's Historic Bond with China and De Gaulle's Grand Design

Matt Ehret's Insights • 648 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics France China Cold War
  1. Charles de Gaulle fought against pro-NATO fascists and worked to ensure France's independence.
  2. De Gaulle recognized the importance of reaching out to Russia and China for cooperation and world development.
  3. De Gaulle's alliance with Kennedy aimed for advancements in science and technology to liberate Africa, Asia, and South America from colonial structures.

#NahelM and the Nightmare of French Racism

Pen>Sword • 319 implied HN points • 02 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Racism France Protests
  1. French suburbs like Nanterre are predominantly populated by brown, black, and non-white individuals, facing poverty and police brutality.
  2. The tragic death of Nahel highlights the racism against Arabs, Amazigh, and African descent individuals in France, sparking widespread protests.
  3. The French government's denial of race and continued segregation fuel a storm of protests, symbolizing a larger issue of racial discrimination in the country.
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Losing control of Africa.

Philoinvestor • 137 implied HN points • 18 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Africa China Turkey Russia France
  1. Africa has a complex history with colonial influences, resulting in challenges and inequalities.
  2. Decolonization in Africa has led to artificial states and ongoing struggles, with foreign powers often serving their own interests.
  3. Countries like China, Russia, and Turkey are increasing their influence in Africa, challenging traditional powers like France.

STORIES WE TELL OURSELVES - PART II – THE MISSISSIPPI SCHEME 1716-1721 (A TALE IN FIVE CHAPTERS)

Reflections on "Going Down Tobacco Road" and Investing • 176 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
💾 History Economics Speculation France Investment
  1. The story is about the Mississippi Scheme in 1716-1721 and the madness of crowds.
  2. John Law, an economist, proposed paper money and a bank that led to a speculative frenzy.
  3. The frenzy resulted in a booming stock market, with individuals from all social classes participating in the speculation.

Amid Suburban Riots in France, Some Brief Thoughts on Their Potential Roots

Paris Unlocked Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics France Violence Discrimination Community Policing
  1. Riots and demonstrations have broken out in Paris due to frustration, poverty, and discrimination.
  2. There is intense political polarization in France around issues of policing and order.
  3. Understanding the roots of violent protest does not excuse the violence but helps in comprehending the conditions that lead to such responses.

Xi tells Macron on camera: we are bosom friends/Zhiyin

Pekingnology • 49 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics China France International relations Technology Media
  1. French President Macron received extensive positive publicity during his visit to China, with state media highlighting his interactions with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
  2. President Xi expressed willingness to jointly call for a political settlement of the Ukraine crisis with France during a meeting with Macron.
  3. The joint declaration between China and France included commitments to maintain high-level meetings, deepen strategic partnerships, and support cooperation in areas like technology and economic development.

Man Vs. Bureaucracy, Part 2,369

Euro Desk Paris • 39 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🌐 International Bureaucracy Immigration France Government Legal issues
  1. The challenges of bureaucracy and paperwork in a foreign country are highlighted, especially when dealing with expired documents and complex procedures.
  2. Navigating through bureaucratic processes can be frustrating and time-consuming, often involving multiple rejections, confusing instructions, and unexpected obstacles.
  3. The importance of persistence, creativity, and seeking alternative solutions when faced with bureaucratic hurdles, such as exploring different regions for better outcomes.

Understanding What's Happening in France.

Trying to Understand the World • 3 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics France Politics Protests
  1. The main issue in France revolves around Macron's obsession with pension reform, despite multiple pressing problems like rising cost of living and unemployment.
  2. The French political system is in disarray, with traditional parties declining, and Macron consolidating power by weakening opposition parties.
  3. The controversial pension reform pushed by Macron has sparked widespread protests and potential for escalating unrest in the country.

France, unleash the fury!

Venture Prose • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jul 16
🌍 World Politics France Political Change Technology Adoption Entrepreneurship
  1. Humans tend to fear and fight what they don't understand, while politicians often prioritize ego and pleasing select groups, leading to excessive rules and complexity.
  2. The world is rapidly changing with decentralization and shifting powers, creating a divide between those embracing new paradigms and those resisting them.
  3. France has a unique pattern of adoption for new technologies but also faces contradictions with a minority resisting change, yet there is a growing movement of entrepreneurs and public figures ready to challenge the status quo.