FRANCE

The term “entrepreneur” was introduced in 1755 by the “Irish-born-French” financier, Richard Cantillon

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LIVING

TRAVEL

INVESTMENT

GDP

$480,552 million

GDP per capita

$44,583

GDP Growth Rate

0.6% over the past year

DEBT Ratio

95% of GDP (2015)

When Joined EU

March 25, 1957 (Founding Member)

Government

Socialist, Unitary Semi-Presidential Republic

CULTURAL BACKGROUND

Background

Influenced by Celtic, Gallo-Roman, Franks
Initially part of Western Germany
Became a territory known as Gaul during the Iron Age
Paris - center of fashion, art, architecture, cuisine
Montpellier - prominent entrepreneurial hub

Food

Soupe à l’oignon
Wine
Cheese
Boeuf bourguignon

Fun facts

During WWII, when Hitler visited Paris,

the French cut the lift cables on the Eiffel Tower so that

Hitler would have to climb the steps if he wanted to reach the top.

INDUSTRY ANALYSIS

France depends mainly on tourism
Automobile manufacturing industry is prevalent
Car companies that originated and still work in France
- PSA, Peugeot, Citroen, and Renault
Aircraft production
Chemical production
Electronics production
Machinery manufacturing
Metallurgy
Advertisement Streaming Service
- Teads

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

" We expected to find remnants of the communist era within the present day culture of the Czech Republic. Thus, I was not surprised to have experienced a lack of customer service in restaurants and hotels. However, what I did not anticipate was the preservation of the country's rich culture extremely evident in Prague's architecture. Walking around the historic city centre is an experience I will definitely recommend to those who wish to discover European history and culture."

Farhaan Dhrolia

" I loved the beach in Montpellier! It was not overly crowded and water was clear! Paris was amazing! The Eiffel Tower was even more exciting to see than I expected. "

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