Editorial: Le Monde

• Europe is facing a 'slow agony' in terms of competitivity as USA and China are taking the lead.
• The list of European vulnerabilities includes inadequacies in growth, investment, innovation, and productivity.
• Long-term economic challenges threaten Europe’s social model funding and sovereignty.
• Over-indebted France faces even greater challenges, with a decline in productivity and education.
• The political debate has failed to adequately address these issues.

Conclusion: A marked disconnect between the needs of France and the demands of its citizens signals serious future difficulties. There's an urgent need to create awareness and educate citizens on the economic realities, rather than short-term promises.

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