France’s Retirement Reform Talks Collapse as Key Unions Withdraw

Prime Minister François Bayrou’s refusal to lower the retirement age to 62 triggers a breakdown in negotiations, leaving the conclave in turmoil.

• François Bayrou has firmly ruled out a return to the retirement age of 62, citing financial deficits projected to reach €15 billion by 2030.
• The CGT has officially exited the negotiations, joining Force Ouvrière and U2P, which had previously withdrawn over differing priorities.
• The CFDT remains at the table but is calling for a restructured framework and new topics for discussion in upcoming meetings.
• Employer organizations Medef and CPME continue to participate but emphasize that financial constraints limit any potential compromises.
• The political fallout intensifies for Bayrou, as socialist leaders signal potential withdrawal of support for his government.

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