France unveils aid to shield key sectors from soaring fuel prices

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Facing soaring fuel prices from the Middle East conflict, the French government has announced €70 million in targeted aid for April, helping transport, fishing, and agriculture. Measures include a 20-cent-per-litre fuel subsidy for small transport businesses and fishing boats, plus zero excise on agricultural diesel. The support is limited, sector-focused, and adaptable, while broader tax cuts are ruled out to protect public finances.

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