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Government News Brief of February 18: Regulated Electricity Prices, Offshore Wind, Digital Citizenship, and Francophonie Regulated Electricity Prices The Government has announced that regulated electricity prices will be frozen until May 1, 2023. This measure aims to protect households and businesses from rising energy costs caused by the war in Ukraine. The Government is also … Read more

All You Need to Know About the Crit’Air Sticker What is the Crit’Air sticker? The Crit’Air sticker is a color-coded sticker that indicates the environmental performance of a vehicle. It is mandatory for vehicles driving in certain areas of France, including Paris and Lyon. The sticker helps to reduce air pollution by encouraging drivers to … Read more

Discover the Hauts-de-France Region! Released: February 18, 2025 at 12:46 PM on economie.gouv.fr The Hauts-de-France region, located in northern France, is a treasure trove of historical, cultural, and natural wonders. From the bustling streets of Lille to the tranquil canals of Amiens, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this diverse and vibrant region. Historical … Read more

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FRANCE MEUBLES Ordered to Cease Misleading Claims on Product Origin and Display Furniture Composition on Labels On February 18, 2025, the French Ministry of Economy and Finance announced that FRANCE MEUBLES, a furniture retailer, has been ordered to stop engaging in misleading commercial practices regarding the origin of its products. The company has also been … Read more

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Public Procurement: An Experiment Launched by the DAE 18 February 2025 The Directorate of Public Administration Modernization (DAE) has launched an experiment aimed at using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance public procurement processes. The experiment, which will initially involve four government agencies, aims to explore the potential benefits of AI in … Read more

How the Penalty Tax on Polluting Vehicles Works The penalty tax on polluting vehicles is a tax levied on new vehicles that emit high levels of CO2. The tax is intended to discourage the purchase of polluting vehicles and encourage the purchase of more fuel-efficient vehicles. The amount of the tax is based on the … Read more

What is a Green Economy? A green economy is an economic model that seeks to promote economic growth while reducing environmental risks and ecological scarcities. It is based on the idea that protecting the environment and promoting economic development can go hand in hand. Key Principles of a Green Economy The key principles of a … Read more

How to calculate your income tax using the income tax scale Published on February 18, 2025 at 11:50 AM on economie.gouv.fr The income tax scale is a progressive tax system, which means that the higher your income, the higher the percentage of tax you pay. The scale is divided into five brackets, and the tax … Read more

New Regulation in France Requires Origin Labeling for Meat Products February 18, 2025 The French Ministry of Economy and Finance has announced a new regulation that will require meat products sold in the country to clearly display their origin. This measure is aimed at providing consumers with greater transparency and traceability in their food choices. … Read more