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WHAT'S NEXT?: Discontent with political elites and country performance is driving the discourse and demand for action from the French public. With Presidential elections due in May 2017 it remains to be seen whether another political earthquake may happen in one of the EU's founding countries.

• [New] Ukraine expects an additional delivery of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from France. Presage Global
• [New] France has begun voting in the first round of municipal elections, seen as crucial a test of the political temperature before 2027's presidential election. The Guardian
• [New] France is a leader in the development of parametric insurance for agricultural risks, addressing the growing threat of climate change to its farming sector. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Germany, France, and the United Kingdom are expected to have the fastest-growing virtual reality healthcare markets in Europe. Spherical Insights
• [New] In the coming months, SwissBorg will migrate its European operations from its existing entity in Estonia to the newly authorised CASP entity in France. Crypto Briefing
• [New] The Z9GT will be the first European vehicle to feature audio technology from French specialist Devialet, using a bespoke speaker configuration and Dolby Atmos to deliver immersive in-cabin sound. Automotive World
• [New] The Kremlin's threats targeting the UK and France are effectively an attempt for the Kremlin to gain veto power over NATO decision-making involving both nuclear deterrence efforts and a potential Coalition of the Willing troop deployment to Ukraine. Critical Threats
• [New] The amount pledged by the G7 nations alone comprises 70% of the total, including 14.5 million barrels France will contribute. WPLG
• [New] France's ANSSI recommends hybrid deployment now, full PQC migration by 2030. Articsledge
• [New] Kiev is seeking to procure 100-150 of the latest JAS-39 Gripen E fighters and also plans to order around 100 French Rafale aircraft to strengthen the Ukrainian Air Force. chakranewz
• [New] Several European countries - Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Greece, Sweden and Denmark - could take part in exercises of France's air-launched nuclear capacity and France's nuclear bombers could be stationed at their air bases. CNBC
• [New] The UK and France are both resolved to deter threats against Europe and will not be intimidated by Russian nuclear rhetoric. GOV.UK
• [New] France will increase its nuclear warheads for the first time in decades. Go Local Prov
• A French-led program with fewer partners - such as India and Spain - could reduce the total development burden from €100 billion to approximately €50 billion. Defence News India
• French prosecutors have asked an appeals court to impose a five year ban on Marine Le Pen from holding elected office, a move that could block the far right leader from running in the 2027 presidential election. 10 Things Global News
• The International Energy Agency estimated data centers used more than 4% of U.S. electricity in 2024, equaling Pakistan's annual consumption; by 2030, demand could rise 133% and match France's total use. Bez Kabli
• The next test for investors will come from upcoming eurozone-wide inflation releases, which will show whether the stabilization seen in Germany and the rebound in France are part of a broader regional pattern. investing.com
• France, Italy, Spain and Poland form a cluster of high-vulnerability, lower-familiarity markets. Skift

Last updated: 18 March 2026