The head of the French employers' association, Medef, has reacted to Donald Trump's latest remarks on France as "unacceptable interference." This follows after Trump made the remarks about the nation, triggering a sharp response from the French business sector.
Medef President Geoffroy Roux de Bézieux highlighted that Trump's statement was not just undeserved but also a lack of insight into the French economy and its culture. Roux de Bézieux reinforced that France is an independent nation with its economic and social model, which has succeeded in bringing a high quality of life for its people.
The Medef president also noted that France has been actively engaged in enhancing its business climate and attracting foreign investment. He underlined the nation's highly educated population, innovative economy, and social responsibility as the strengths that position France as a desirable location for companies.
Roux de Bézieux's reaction to Trump's statements is indicative of the French business community's determination to stand up for its values and interests. It also highlights the need to respect national sovereignty and refrain from making ill-informed judgments on other nations' economic and social systems.