# France workers strike, march for ‘dignified wage’

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/france-workers-strike-march-for-dignified-wage/
- Published: 2026-11-05T21:10:52+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T21:23:10+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/france-workers-strike-wage-protest-police-macron-6529011
- Topics: Europe, World

## Key points

- France saw large protests over wages and living costs.
- Police reported 448 arrests and 53 injured officers.
- Unions want wage rises and tax reforms.

## Summary

Hundreds of thousands of workers and students protested across France on Thursday over the rising cost of living, demanding higher wages and tax reforms. The demonstrations add to weeks of youth-led unrest as the country faces strained public finances and an election to replace President Emmanuel Macron in six months.

The interior ministry estimated 575,000 protesters nationwide, including 60,000 in Paris, while the CGT union claimed 1.6 million took part. Police reported 448 arrests and 53 injured officers by 6pm; most marches were peaceful, but clashes in some cities included tear gas and a torched vehicle in Lyon. Strikes affected schools and public services, with 16 per cent of teachers taking part.

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