According to the WeChat public account “Consulate Direct Train” on the 19th, in recent days, large-scale protests have occurred in dozens of major cities in France, including Paris, Marseille, and Lyon. Violent incidents and clashes between police and civilians have also taken place.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Chinese embassies and consulates in France once again remind Chinese citizens traveling to France to raise their awareness of risks, closely monitor the local situation, strengthen safety precautions, avoid areas where there are protests and demonstrations, and in case of any emergency, report to the police immediately and contact the Chinese embassies and consulates in France for assistance.
During the recent weekend, one of the most serious street riots in France in recent years occurred. Over 500,000 people participated in demonstrations across the country, expressing their dissatisfaction with high living costs and deteriorating public services.
Although most demonstrations took place peacefully, severe violent incidents occurred in some cities. Shops were looted, public buildings were set on fire, and there were fierce clashes between police and masked individuals.
According to the latest reports from Reuters, approximately 2,400 people in France were arrested, and nearly 1,000 police officers were injured. The statistics are still being updated.
French President Macron made a rare national televised speech on the evening of the 18th, calling for calm and promising to find out the reasons behind the unrest.
