(Fighting against New Coronary Pneumonia) France debates how to "unblock" Air France and Renault will receive 7 billion and 5 billion euros in support
China News Agency, Paris, April 24 (Reporter Li Yang) There are fierce discussions about how to "unblock" the French community, and they are still working hard to reach consensus on some important issues. The control measures have caused a serious impact on many companies. The official announced on the 24th that Air France and Renault will receive government support of 7 billion euros and 5 billion euros, respectively.
French President Macron held a video conference with hotel and restaurant operators on the 24th to discuss the steps to "unblock" restaurants and cafes. Hotels and restaurants hope to resume business as soon as possible, but Macron is cautious.
Macron pointed out that restaurants and cafes represent the tradition and stability of France and are a French way of life, but scientists do not recommend staying in restaurants and cafes for a long time now. He expressed awareness of the anxiety of related industries and would try to provide related solutions.
It is still inconclusive as to when restaurants, cafes and bars can be reopened. French Minister of Economy and Finance Le Merle said on the 24th that it will take time for restaurants and other places to resume business while meeting public health conditions. He said that from May 11 to the end of May, it is necessary to observe the changes in the epidemic, and then determine the timetable for the opening of restaurants and other places.
In addition, the French Minister of Education announced this week that the timetable for returning to school after the "unblocking" also caused controversy, and many parents opposed or held reservations. The French Federation of Trade Unions believes that schools should not be opened by September and warns that strikes will be organized.
In addition to the severe hit by the epidemic in France and the hotel industry, France also suffered major blows to the civil aviation industry and the automobile manufacturing industry. Lemer said on the evening of the 24th that the government would provide Air France with "historical support" of 7 billion euros, and Renault, a famous French automaker, would also receive 5 billion euros in support.
Lemer said the crisis was "historic" and would be long and difficult. He hopes that entrepreneurs know that they will receive state support, which is aimed at both small and large enterprises.
According to the latest official French epidemic statistics, France had 389 new deaths on the 24th, and the cumulative deaths rose to 22245. There are currently 28,658 inpatients in France, including 4,870 severely ill patients, which has fallen to below 5,000. (Finish)