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Table of Contents
I. Introduction 4
II. Brief History of the Country 4
A. The Rise of France 4
B. Economic Expansion 5
C. Urban Prosperity 5
D. Rural society 6
E. Major Rulers of France 6
III. Cultural Aesthetics 7
A. Personal Communication, Including Nonverbal Communication Styles 7
B. Values and Attitudes 7
C. Manners and Customs 7
D. Social Structure 8
E. Religion 8
F. Education 8
G. Official Language or Business Language 9
IV. Business Environment and Customs 9
A. Meetings 9
B. Dining 10
C. Corporate Culture 10
D. Greetings 10
E. Corporate attire 11
F. Negotiating 11
G. Business Card Exchange 11
F. Time Difference Between Central Standard Time and France 12
V. Transportation 12
A. Railways 12
B. Roads 12
C. Bus transport 13
D. Waterways 13
E. Air Travel 13
VI. Currency or Currency Exchange 13
A. Main Currency Used in France 13
B. Economic and Monetary Union 14
C. Current Exchange Rate 14
VII. Role in International Trade 14
A. The French Government Trade Policy 14
B. The Key Exports of France 15
C. The Key Imports of France 15
D. Trade Barriers to International Trade in France 15
VIII. Political System, Legal System, and Political Risks 15
A. Political System 15
B. Legal System 16
C. Political Risks 18
Summary 20
References 21
I. Introduction
The business environment has evolved in the past century, where numerous countries worldwide have embraced globalization. The expansion into international markets has not only benefited the countries involved but also businesses who venture into this type of setting. Although numerous advantages are associated with global expansion, several risks must be accounted for. These risks can be detrimental to an organization's competitive advantage or impact its revenues. However, these risks can be mitigated by analyzing the business environment in the country where the expansion will occur. One of the countries in which one can consider expanding is France; therefore, it is important to carry out a business analysis to determine the suitability of doing business in this country.
II. Brief History of the Country
A. The Rise of France
For thousands of years, people have lived on the territory that is now France. The oldest city in France, Marseille, was established around 600 BC when a section of the Greek Empire colonized Southern France. Celtic Gauls started to emerge simultaneously in other parts of France. In 390 BC, the Gauls would take control of Rome. Gaul would eventually be conquered by the Romans, who used the region productively up until the fourth century (Le Cacheux, 2019). The Franks started to seize control in the fourth century from whom France derived its name. Charlemagne unified the Franks in 768 and started to expand the realm. The Pope gave him the title of Holy Roman Emperor, and today, the French and German monarchs are credited with having him as their founder.
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Formal Business Report (FBR)
Student’s Name
Course
Institution
Date
Table of Contents
I. Introduction 4
II. Brief History of the Country 4
A. The Rise of France 4
B. Economic Expansion 5
C. Urban Prosperity 5
D. Rural society 6
2. E. Major Rulers of France 6
III. Cultural Aesthetics 7
A. Personal Communication, Including Nonverbal
Communication Styles 7
B. Values and Attitudes 7
C. Manners and Customs 7
D. Social Structure 8
E. Religion 8
F. Education 8
G. Official Language or Business Language 9
IV. Business Environment and Customs 9
A. Meetings 9
B. Dining 10
C. Corporate Culture 10
D. Greetings 10
E. Corporate attire 11
F. Negotiating 11
G. Business Card Exchange 11
F. Time Difference Between Central Standard Time and
France 12
V. Transportation 12
A. Railways 12
B. Roads 12
C. Bus transport 13
D. Waterways 13
E. Air Travel 13
VI. Currency or Currency Exchange 13
A. Main Currency Used in France 13
B. Economic and Monetary Union 14
C. Current Exchange Rate 14
VII. Role in International Trade 14
A. The French Government Trade Policy 14
B. The Key Exports of France 15
C. The Key Imports of France 15
D. Trade Barriers to International Trade in France 15
VIII. Political System, Legal System, and Political Risks 15
3. A. Political System 15
B. Legal System 16
C. Political Risks 18
Summary 20
References 21
I. Introduction
The business environment has evolved in the past century,
where numerous countries worldwide have embraced
globalization. The expansion into international markets has not
only benefited the countries involved but also businesses who
venture into this type of setting. Although numerous advantages
are associated with global expansion, several risks must be
accounted for. These risks can be detrimental to an
organization's competitive advantage or impact its revenues.
However, these risks can be mitigated by analyzing the business
environment in the country where the expansion will occur. One
of the countries in which one can consider expanding is France;
therefore, it is important to carry out a business analysis to
4. determine the suitability of doing business in this country.
II. Brief History of the Country
A. The Rise of France
For thousands of years, people have lived on the territory
that is now France. The oldest city in France, Marseille, was
established around 600 BC when a section of the Greek Empire
colonized Southern France. Celtic Gauls started to emerge
simultaneously in other parts of France. In 390 BC, the Gauls
would take control of Rome. Gaul would eventually be
conquered by the Romans, who used the region productively up
until the fourth century (Le Cacheux, 2019). The Franks started
to seize control in the fourth century from whom France derived
its name. Charlemagne unified the Franks in 768 and started to
expand the realm. The Pope gave him the title of Holy Roman
Emperor, and today, the French and German monarchs are
credited with having him as their founder.
For the following 1000 years, the French monarchy would
remain a dominant force in Europe. The French Revolution
established the French Republic in 1792. However, this was
short-lived as Napoleon seized the initiative and established
himself as the Emperor. He then went on to conquer the
majority of Europe. Later, Napoleon was overthrown, and the
Third Republic was proclaimed in 1870. France continues to be
a major hub for philosophy, science, and art worldwide.
B. Economic Expansion
Alongside nations like the United States, Germany, and the
United Kingdom, France is one of the world's top economic
powers. As this time was widely known, the trente glorieuses
("thirty years of glory") was a prolonged period of remarkable
growth that lasted for a long time in the postwar period until the
mid-1970s. But by the 1980s, robust growth was once again
seen. Despite slowing down, this tendency persisted throughout
the twenty-first century. The postwar era saw a dramatic change
in the economy's structure. While agriculture and manufacturing
dominated the economy in the 1950s, tertiary (mostly service
and administrative) industries have since taken over as the
5. country's main source of employment and income creation.
Similarly, northern France's densely industrialized and
urbanized areas were formerly expanding most quickly, but
these regions started to see job losses and population declines in
the 1980s. In the modern era, development has shifted to the
south and, to a lesser extent, the west of France.
C. Urban Prosperity
In France, urban prosperity developed as a result of increased
productivity, which encouraged commerce and led to the
construction of better bridges and buildings. Peasants' migration
from the countryside certainly rose as they looked for greater
prospects and independence, but the cities continued to
resemble their rural surroundings in terms of appearance and
activity. A substantial amount of Paris was an amalgamation of
expanding villages; many urban houses had rural attachments,
often within the city walls. However, the wealth of medieval
urban areas is mostly attributable to trade growth and a major
supplementary sector (Mandžo & Holjan, 2018). In France, the
increase in urban affluence has been steady for many years. It
increased from 61.88 percent to 80.69 percent between 1960 and
2020. In the 1970s, urbanization was a more prominent
phenomenon. In fact, over this time, there was a ten-point rise
in the percentage of French people living in cities. In France,
the urban population (as a percentage of the overall population)
was 80.97 percent in 2020.
D. Rural society
Most of France is considered "rural," in the sense of
lightly (not poorly) populated terrain, regions distinguished by
their tiny towns, villages, and agriculture. Holidaymakers have
a wide and very diverse territory to select from if they're
seeking a place to unwind and rest in the tranquility of rural
France. Almost the whole country of France is available to
those whose primary goal of a rural vacation is to unwind in the
shade of a tree or near a pool and do nothing for a week or two.
To have a peaceful rural base from which to explore the
intriguing countryside, interesting hikes and animals, or
6. interesting history or sites nearby, or to have a little more than
that, one has to be a little pickier. Many rural areas of France
are incredibly tranquil but not very intriguing. Many charming
towns in France are isolated from other areas by nothing but
farmland, despite their inherent beauty. According to the World
Bank's compilation of development indicators, France's rural
population (as a percentage of the country's total population)
was recorded as 19.02 percent in 2020.
E. Major Rulers of France
Louis XIV was one of France's most important rulers. With
a reign that lasted 72 years and 110 days, Louis the Great,
sometimes known as the Sun King, had the longest of all
European kings. He continued his predecessors' efforts of
consolidating the state under the control of the capital,
eradicating the last vestiges of feudalism, and forcing the
nobles to transfer to the Palace of Versailles during this period
of absolutism on the continent. The other major ruler was
Napoleon I. Napoleon Bonaparte rose to fame as a powerful
military and political commander during the French Revolution
and the Revolutionary Wars. In November 1799, he planned a
coup, and as a result, he was appointed First Consul of the
Republic.
III. Cultural Aesthetics
A. Personal Communication, Including Nonverbal
Communication Styles
Communication in France is formal. However, deep human
relationships are concealed behind the surface of French
communication. Therefore, while speaking to a French
individual, consideration must be given to language, gestures,
and emotion. Importantly, using English is preferable if a
person cannot speak French without creating misunderstandings.
When meeting friends in France, it's customary to give each
other kisses on both cheeks. The "thumbs up" gesture, which
denotes approval, is also one example of nonverbal
communication that is similar between France and the United
States.
7. B. Values and Attitudes
The fundamental principles of French society are reflected
in the country's motto, "Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity." The
French place a high value on equality and cohesion. France
continues to be a major force on the European continent as the
biggest country in Western Europe and one of the top economies
in the region. Modern Western culture has been inspired by
French Enlightenment-era concepts like rationality, democracy,
and liberty. French people nowadays tend to be formal,
respectful, and intellectually and artistically inclined.
C. Manners and Customs
The French pride themselves on being honest, open, and
loving. Silence is often preferred in France as compared to
pointless chit-chat. Foreigners who engage in small
conversation may find this uncomfortable. They are merel y
reserved and formal with people they don't know; it's not that
they are hostile. French people place a high value on manners,
which may be challenging for foreign tourists. Foreigners are
always advised to say "please," "thank you," and "you're
welcome" when the opportunity arises.
D. Social Structure
Although complex, France's contemporary social structure
is typically similar to Western nations. Socioeconomic classes
are still somewhat present. These groups, together with the
surviving industrial working class, possess substantial political
clout that they exercise as needed. In France nowadays, social
status is often determined by one's occupation and money.
E. Religion
Since its foundation, France has been grounded on
Christianity, especially its Catholic heritage. The most beautiful
structures in medieval France were not its castles and palaces
but rather its enormous cathedrals and, in certain cases, even its
little churches. Frescoes and altarpieces were painted by the
best painters and artisans of the time, and gorgeous stained
glass was made. The effort by the Revolution to supplant
Christian culture with a new revolutionary culture failed, and
8. throughout the nineteenth century, Catholicism—or protests
against it—dominated French art, literature, and music. While
religion was not a key topic in many major works of art or
literature (though it was in many lesser ones), it inspired many
of France's greatest musicians in the 19th century.
F. Education
In France, there are several subcategories within the highly
centralized education system. Primary, secondary, and higher
education are the three major divisions. In France, age 2 is often
the starting point for a child's education. Preschool is where
two-year-olds begin their education. A child in France begins
elementary school at age six and quickly advances to higher
grade levels until they graduate. The Ministry of National
Education oversees the regulation of all educational initiatives
in France (Irajizadeh, Tavassoli Naini & Radan Jebeli, 2020).
The Minister of National Education is the executive officer of
the ministry. The Ministry of Education is the biggest employer
in the nation since the state employs all teachers in public
elementary and secondary schools as civil employees. In
France's universities, the government also employs professors
and researchers.
G. Official Language or Business Language
The official language is French, which is spoken as a first
language by 88 percent of the population. Only around 2.5
percent of the population speaks German dialects, most of
whom live in the eastern areas of Moselle. Around 100,000
individuals speak the Flemish language in France's north-
eastern region, which accounts for 0.3 percent of the country's
total population. Around one million individuals also speak
Italian and reside near the border with Italy. This accounts for
1.8 percent of the total population.
IV. Business Environment and Customs
A. Meetings
France has well-structured, highly organized business
organizations. Therefore, effectiveness or flexibility are
preferred above regulations, administrative procedures, and
9. meeting administration. Careful planning and preparation,
which includes laying out all goals and tactics and confirming a
plan, is one of the most crucial elements. Agendas for meetings
in France often have a set format and are not adaptable. All
participants are expected to participate in the conversation, so
it's critical that one pays attention and be ready to voice your
opinions.
B. Dining
The French like lengthy, leisurely meals. The norm is
leisurely lunches, three-hour dinners, and countless hours spent
at outdoor cafés. They follow the law and maintain a 35-hour
workday and a 36-hour eating week. In France, like top
sportsmen, chefs are equally well-known. The French have a
light breakfast to start their day. Usually, there is a croissant, a
roll with butter and jam, and hot cocoa or tea. French cafés and
brasseries offer light fare and a haven from the overabundance
of churches and museums. The opening hour is often 7 am;
however, the closing time varies greatly.
C. Corporate Culture
Businesses in France often use hierarchical structures and
concentrate their operations. The choices that affect the whole
company are at the highest level. The boss of the firm will have
a position of power. Maintaining a professional demeanor is
highly valued in France and is often the key to gaining
acceptance among French coworkers. Even though the French
place high importance on manual effort, workaholism is often
looked down upon in French culture. A typical workweek in
France consists of 35 hours in length. Most French individuals
do not like discussing work-related matters over dinner. Dinner
is considered a social event since it is a time to enjoy food,
drinks, and conversation with others.
D. Greetings
The exchange of pleasantries is important in French
culture. Therefore, it is essential to welcome individuals in a
kind and respectful manner to provide a positive first
impression. Handshakes are common etiquette when meeting
10. new people or doing business with them. Extending a handshake
to everyone as you enter the room and leave is customary. The
most common greeting among family members and close friends
is "la bise" (kiss on both cheeks). The la bise is performed by
rubbing one's cheek on the cheek of another individual while
making kissing noises and then repeating the process on the
other side. It's not uncommon for a la bise to be followed by a
hug. The region of France determines the number of kisses that
are shared during an a la bise.
E. Corporate attire
The French take tremendous pride in their appearance as a
reflection of France's status as a cultural and fashion capital of
the world. While conducting business, it is important to dress
professionally by donning a suit or a dress. Avoid bright colors
and stick to darker, more intricate patterns while choosing your
clothing. In the professional setting, it is inappropriate for
males to remove their suit coats or loosen their ties. Wearing
Jewelry that is very flashy or ostentatious is not acceptable for
ladies.
F. Negotiating
In France, negotiations can either be done by lone
negotiators or teams of negotiators. Visitors and traders will
likely plan meetings at least two weeks in advance. Give the
French information on participants' names, positions, and duties
in advance since they want to know who they will be meeting.
While establishing a plan in advance is advised, it is not always
essential. Meetings may not always begin on time, but the
French generally expect international guests to arrive on time.
Do not arrive more than 10 to 15 minutes late if you must.
G. Business Card Exchange
In French business culture, cards are handed out
immediately following an introduction. Given the hierarchical
nature of French culture, a business card's designations are
often lengthy. Academic credentials and the precise position
within the organization, therefore, matter a lot. But be careful —
titles are never spoken aloud. Instead, they are subtly pulled
11. from the business cards, increasing their significance
(Glinkowska-Krauze, Chebotarov & Chebotarov, 2020). It is
unquestionably advantageous to get the business card translated
into French. The style ought to be dignified. French business
cards often differ in size from the global standard for credit
cards.
F. Time Difference Between Central Standard Time and France
The fact that CST and Paris are in separate time zones
must be taken into account when scheduling a call. Paris is 8
hours ahead of CST. The most practical time for a conference
call or meeting, if you are in CST, is between 10:00 am, and
11:00 am. This will be the typical working hour in Paris
between 5:00 and 6:00 pm. One can also plan a call between
10:00 pm and 2:00 pm if they need to get in touch with someone
in Paris and are available at any time. It will be between 6:00
am and 10:00 pm Paris time during this period.
V. Transportation
A. Railways
The first public railway in France was officially launched
on October 1, 1828. This came just a year after it had been put
into service. The French network consists of nearly 30,000
kilometers (km) of lines, including 2,600 kilometers (km) of
high-speed lines and 3,000 stations. As a result of deteriorating
track conditions, the movement of trains is impeded across
5,000 kilometers of rail lines. The French national train
business, known as SNCF, is at the center of the efforts being
made by the government to modernize the rail transportation
infrastructure.
B. Roads
There are primarily four different kinds of roads in France.
For long trips, main French highways, sometimes known as "N"
roads or Route Nationale, are a viable substitute for toll roads.
Of course, they are slower than toll roads, but they are often
straight and empty, making them a pleasant alternative. D roads
are considered to be minor roads. When traveling within a
locality, they may sometimes be perfectly appropriate routes,
12. particularly in populated locations like the Dordogne or the
Côte d'Azur. However, they are not advised for long-distance
travel.
C. Bus transport
In France, the four major bus companies are Isilines, Flixbus,
Eurolines, and Ouibus. Previously, long-distance bus lines were
also offered by Megabus and Starshipper, but Flixbus and
Ouibus combined their networks. In addition to these four major
airlines, the Spanish bus firm Alsa provides buses from Spain
and the rest of Europe but does not operate any internal routes.
D. Waterways
The French waterway system has 80 canals and rivers
totaling more than 7,000 kilometers. Numerous trips are
conceivable, either along a single canal or other related
waterways.
E. Air Travel
The first flight in France was recorded by Louis Blériot in
1909, marking the beginning of the country's aviation history.
In 2004, there were around 478 airports in France. Aéroports de
Paris is one of the airspace governance organizations operating
in France. It manages 14 airports, including the two busiest in
the nation, Orly Airport and Charles de Gaulle Airport.
VI. Currency or Currency Exchange
A. Main Currency Used in France
France, a member of the European Union, is one of the 23
nations that use the euro (abbreviated €) as their national
currency. Seven notes are in use, and one euro is divided into
100 cents (Clark & Mefteh-Wali, 2018). Although many
businesses in the city accept Visa and Mastercard, some have a
minimum purchase requirement. Discover cards are often not
accepted, whereas American Express cards are accepted to a
lesser degree.
B. Economic and Monetary Union
France has contributed significantly to the growth of the
Economic and Monetary Union (EMU) and the European
Community (E.C.) in both positive and negative ways. The
13. French, who founded the European communities, were also the
most vocal critics of how the market was heading. The French
were skeptical of the supranationalism and economic liberalism
of the 1957 Treaty of Rome due to the country's powerful
Gaullist and Communist parties. Only as far as France, the
dissident partner, wished could European integration advance.
Since the Second World War, France's monetary policy has been
a politically and socially touchy subject. The special strength of
the French Communist Party (PCF) in the labor movement and
working-class was reflected in this. Postwar governments used
managed credit, monetary inflation, and devaluation to maintain
prosperity and ensure social harmony.
C. Current Exchange Rate
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a tax that is added to the price
of products in France and varies from 12 percent for necessities
to 33 percent for luxury goods. France's average exchange rate
versus the U.S. dollar in June 2022 was 0.946 (EUR/USD),
down from 0.946 (EUR/USD) in the previous month. However,
if you live outside of the E.U., you may be eligible for a VAT
refund on some transactions.
VII. Role in International Trade
A. The French Government Trade Policy
The French government supports a well-balanced, protects
societal sensibilities and preferences, and encourages adherence
to the Paris Agreement. This agreement allows access for
French companies to international markets, protects societal
sensibilities, and ensures access for French companies.
B. The Key Exports of France
France plays a significant role in world trade. According to
the WTO, 2020, commerce accounts for 58 percent of the
nation's GDP, making it the world's ninth-largest exporter and
seventh-largest importer of goods. France exports automobiles,
food (wine), pharmaceuticals, hydrocarbons, and electronic
parts.
C. The Key Imports of France
France imports mostly chemicals, fragrances, cosmetics,
14. metal products, natural hydrocarbons, toys, Jewelry, furniture,
medicines, plastic goods, computer, and transport equipment.
D. Trade Barriers to International Trade in France
For businesses looking to join the French market, France's
regulations and bureaucratic processes may be challenging;
therefore, U.S. exporters must pay particular attention to these
regulations. Many American goods have challenges entering
other markets due to complex safety regulations that are
sometimes severely implemented but are not discriminatory.
VIII. Political System, Legal System, and Political Risks
A. Political System
i. Executive Branch
French is a semi-presidential and democratic country. The
President of the Republic (now Emmanuel Macron), who serves
as the head of state and is elected for a term of five years, and
the Prime Minister, who serves as the head of the government,
are the two leaders of the executive arm of the French
government.
ii. Shadow Cabinet of France
Le cabinet fantôme, the French term for the Westminster
system's "shadow cabinet," is not a term with a long history in
France. At various points, a few opposition M.P.s have
attempted to establish a comparable contre-government, but this
hasn't persisted. The most recent unsuccessful effort was made
in 2018 by the then-leader of Les Républicains, Laurent
Wauquie.
iii. Legislative Branch
The National Assembly is the most important body in the
French Parliament, which consists of two houses: the Senate and
the National Assembly. Every year, Parliament convenes for one
nine-month session; in exceptional cases, the President may call
for an extra session (Bulteau, Feuillet & Le Boennec, 2018).
The National Assembly may still overthrow a government if the
majority of the whole Assembly membership votes, even if its
legislative authority has decreased from that of the Fourth
Republic.
15. iv. Local Governments
The regions, departments, communes, and overseas
territories make up the primary territorial collectivities
established by the constitution. The island of Corsica and the
major cities of Paris, Lyon, and Marseille are among the few
local administrations that fall under territorial collectivities
with unique status, which have somewhat distinct administrative
structures.
B. Legal System
i. Private Law
In contrast to common law, the term "civil law" in France
refers to private law when discussing the collection of legal
systems that evolved from Roman Law and are collectively
referred to as "civil law" (rules between private persons). In
France, the inquisitorial model is utilized, and the role of the
judge in overseeing the investigation and the collection of facts
is motivated by a concern for the welfare of the community as a
whole. Although one of the parties in a civil dispute is
responsible for bearing the burden of proof under French law,
the court, the other party, and the parties all work together to
compile and present evidence. In civil trials, there is no strict
standard of proof like in American law with the preponderance
of the evidence; rather, the judge's first conviction is given
priority based on the idea of "free review of the facts." In
American law, the preponderance of the evidence is the standard
of proof that must be met.
ii. Public Law
A particularly diverse and unique area of French law is
public law. It covers all interactions between, with, or with the
state, local governments, all public organizations, and
administrative and regulating agencies. Public and
administrative law is an essential area of law in France because
of the significant role that the state and public entities play in
the economy of France and Europe, whether as shareholders,
contractual parties, or regulatory authorities. Public Law
governs issues on laws and regulations, administrative matters,
16. and public law contracts (such as public procurement processes
and public service concession contracts). Public law also
governs concerns with government funding, public assistance,
the environment, urban planning, and public accountability.
iii. European Union Law
E.U. law refers to the body of laws that are in place to
regulate the member states of the European Union. Since the
European Coal and Steel Community was created following
World War II, the European Union (E.U.) has had the purpose to
"promote peace, its principles, and the well-being of its
peoples." This goal was originally given to the E.U. by the
United Nations. The European Union (E.U.) has political
structures and social and economic policies extending beyond
national boundaries. This is done to encourage international
collaboration and human development.
iv. Judicial Institutions
The two main arms of the court system—the judicial and
administrative branches—comprise several different sorts of
courts. The judicial branch is separate from the legislative and
executive branches of government. Nevertheless, judges must
interpret the law, and though rulings from higher courts do not
bind lower courts, they still have some influence over them.
C. Political Risks
i. Taxes
The French Parliament votes on the annual budget each
year, establishing the types of taxes that can be imposed and the
rates at which they may be charged. In France, taxes, in the
strict sense of the word, are combined with social security
contributions. The government and local collectivities are i n
charge of collecting the majority of the taxes, while Social
Security is in charge of collecting the social deductions. There
is a difference between social contributions, a portion of the
total payment paid by an employer when he compensates an
employee, and taxes, which apply to production, importations,
wealth, and earnings.
ii. Trade Tariffs
17. France is one of the countries subject to the Common
External Tariff (CET). Therefore, tariffs and duty rates can
change suddenly and without prior notification.
iii. Labor laws
French labor laws provide a robust and long-standing level
of employee protection, from negotiating employment contracts
to understanding maternity leave, unions, and retirement.
France offers a 35-hour workday and a minimum pay greater
than the national average. The rights and obligations of private
citizens, labor organizations, and businesses are outlined in the
French Labor Code.
iv. Development Priorities
The three documents that serve as the framework for
France's development policy are the Addis Ababa Action
Agenda on Financing for Development, Paris Climate
Agreement, and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
All three of these documents were approved by the United
Nations General Assembly in September 2015. It was included
in the New European Consensus on Development, which was
accepted in 2017.
v. Elections and the Ruling Government
One of the locations where modern democracy was born in
France. The Constitution of the Fifth Republic, which was
adopted in 1958, governs France at the moment. France has a
presidential/parliamentary political system and is both a
republic and a parliamentary democracy. The French President,
who also serves as head of government, selects the Prime
Minister as head of state. The French Constitution's regulations
are followed while conducting elections. Elections are
conducted on Sundays. The campaigns stop at midnight on the
Friday before the election, and no polls or electoral
publications, or broadcasts are allowed on election Sunday per
the legislation.
vi. Terrorism
France remains a crucial partner to the United States in the
fight against terrorism.
18. France is a steadfast and significant member of the Global
Coalition to Defeat ISIS, and it provides financial support to the
Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS Financial Fund (GCERF). There
is still a serious threat posed by terrorists, especially with the
unpredicted attacks that have occurred in recent years. Attacks
may occur randomly, even in places like shopping malls,
nightclubs, public transit, and religious buildings tourists visit.
Most attack methods include everything from stabbings to
shootings to bombings to driving vehicles into crowds of people
(Rabaud & Nitsch, 2019). As a direct response to the ongoing
threat posed to France by Islamist terrorist organizations and
the recent involvement of the French military in the fight
against Daesh, the French government has issued a warning to
the general public, urging them to increase their level of
vigilance. It has also increased the security measures in place
within France's borders.
Summary
France is the world's sixth-largest investor and the fifth-
largest economy. Investors wishing to invest in France have
access to many business opportunities. Furthermore, the region
has a demonstrated history of successfully attracting and
retaining important talent and multinational enterprises. In
addition to having a robust population, France has a
sophisticated and free market. It is considered to be a
significant economic force on a global scale. As a founding
member of the European Union and the Eurozone, France enjoys
direct access to the single European market and partners inside
the E.U. In terms of the creation of new businesses, France is a
booming market. Station F is the biggest start-up campus in the
world, and it is one of the reasons why France is attracting a
growing number of enterprises from other countries. France is
home to an extensive network of incubators and accelerators.
France makes life simpler for businesses with an action plan to
support corporate development and simplify the business
climate. Based on the above discussion, it is evident that France
is a lucrative market that any foreign investor or business
19. should consider capitalizing on.
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20. Utilize the epidemiologic process to identify a community
health need or problem, plan,
implement, and evaluate a group health teaching project to meet
the identified need.
1.apply principles of epidemiology to identify a community
health need or problem.
2. Utilize knowledge of stressors to identify a population at
health risk.
3. Evaluate health care resources available to meet and identify
health need or problem
4. Apply the nursing process to a community group.
5. Utilize teaching/learning theory in health education with a
group of learners.
6. Apply current research in health education to plan effective
strategies and content.
7. Apply the concept of community to a community project.
8. Utilize group process theory to plan project.
Assignment:
Evaluation of Community Teaching Project
Assessment:
1. Provide comprehensive statement of the problem using the
epidemiological process
including the distribution, determinants, and deterrents.
2. Incorporate at least four current literature review findings as
a theoretical base
for your project.
3. Describe community resources available to meet the need of
the community in
this problem area.
4. Summarize the resources and their effectiveness for the
21. community.
5. Identify and summarize learner needs of your selected group.
What are the learner needs
of your group? Why does this group need your teaching?
Planning:
1. Describe how the learner population consisted of the same
individuals for all teaching sessions.
2. Describe how at least two class sessions were scheduled to
implement the project and
how all teaching group members were in attendance for all
sessions.
3. List norms established by your group (your own group rules).
4. Identify and describe developmental and teaching/learning
theory/theories used and
apply appropriately to learners throughout your presentation.
5. Describe your specific planning process for your project and
overall teaching goal in
behavioral terms for your participants.