Hundreds march in Pau, France against high living costs

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: November 7, 2026Country: France

Society & Lifestyle

Hundreds march in Pau, France against high living costs

About 500 people took part in a demonstration in Pau, France, against the rising cost of living. Trade unions called for action to address the increase and voiced support for high school students.

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