PARIS — French paramedics joined ongoing anti-government protests as the prime minister met with political rivals Monday in a bid to ease anger following violent riots that rocked Paris. The “yellow vest” movement is bringing together people from across the political spectrum complaining about France’s economic inequalities and waning spending power. The rioting was the third straight weekend of clashes in Paris led by protesters wearing distinctive yellow traffic vests. Philippe will try to defuse tensions this week before more possible protests this weekend, speaking with yellow vest representatives on Tuesday. Members of the National Assembly will also hold talks on France’s social crisis later this week.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 03, 2018 13:18 UTC