French PM ready to discuss pension terms as new strikes loom
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PARIS (Reuters) - French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said on Tuesday he was open to discussing changes to the average retirement age with unions, one of the main sticking points over pensions reform plans that have triggered protests.Trade unions have vowed to halt the reforms, which are a central part of President Emmanuel Macron's agenda. Nationwide strikes and demonstrations have repeatedly shut schools and closed transport, while demonstrations have led to clashes with the police, most..