EU Economic : Structural Flaws, Declining Global Standing, and the Immigrant Integration Catastrophe

I. Economic Overview and Core Data The European Union (EU), formalized in 1993, is a supranational entity—not a single nation—designed to enhance economic integration. In 2008, its GDP reached approximately $19 trillion, rivaling the United States’ $14.7 trillion at the time. Fast forward to 2023, Eurostat data pegs the EU-27’s GDP at $18 trillion, still … Continue reading EU Economic : Structural Flaws, Declining Global Standing, and the Immigrant Integration Catastrophe →

Economic and Social Transformations in France: A Behavioral and Structural Analysis

France is grappling with profound cultural and economic challenges that reveal deep-seated structural imbalances undermining its stability and competitiveness. From the 2015 terrorist attacks at Charlie Hebdo and the Bataclan to ongoing migratory tensions and the passing of influential figures like Le Pen, these events highlight a nation struggling to adapt to a rapidly changing … Continue reading Economic and Social Transformations in France: A Behavioral and Structural Analysis →

Economic Analysis Report on France’s “Tax the Billionaires Bill”

Historical Background and Passage of the Bill On the night of February 20, 2025, after intense debates, the French National Assembly passed the “Proposal to Establish a 2% Minimum Wealth Tax on the Super-Rich” (commonly referred to as the “Tax the Billionaires Bill”) with 116 votes in favor and 39 against. The bill imposes a … Continue reading Economic Analysis Report on France’s “Tax the Billionaires Bill” →