LBC
Farmers have been protesting across France to put pressure on the government to respond to their demands for protection against cheap imports.
France’s newly appointed prime minister said on Tuesday he is implementing controls on foreign food products in order to guarantee “fair competition” amid farmers’ protests.
In his general policy speech at the National Assembly, Gabriel Attal said “the goal is clear: guaranteeing fair competition, especially so regulations that are being applied to (French) farmers are also respected by foreign products”.
He also said food retailers who do not comply with a law meant to ensure a fair share of revenues for farmers will be fined, starting immediately.
Farmers have for days been protesting across France to put pressure on the government to respond to their demands for better remuneration for their produce, less red tape and protection against cheap imports.
