France's new government aims to reduce the national deficit to 5-5.5% of GDP by 2025, as the 2024 deficit is projected at 6.1%. Finance Minister Éric Lombard emphasizes the need for flexibility and protecting growth while generating €50bn through tax increases and spending cuts. He is consulting with political leaders, though the far-left group La France Insoumise has refused to participate. The government is also focused on achieving a 3% deficit target by 2029 and is open to discussions on fiscal justice and pension reforms. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)