French Government to Reopen Pension Reform Talks Amid Protests

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier announced intentions to reopen negotiations with trade unions regarding the country's pension system. This follows major street protests against recent reforms that raised the legal retirement age from 62 to 64, spearheaded by President Emmanuel Macron.

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier announced on Tuesday that the government is willing to renew talks with trade unions regarding the nation's pension reform, which recently sparked widespread street protests.

During a keynote address to parliament, Barnier emphasized the proposal of 'reasonable and fair' adjustments to the pension law.

Despite facing massive opposition, President Emmanuel Macron enacted legislation increasing the legal retirement age from 62 to 64.

(With inputs from agencies.)