France's September (month 9), 2026 Blockade Protests: Streets Against 440 Hundred-Million Euros of Austerity and Korea's Tax-Equity Dispute

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In September (month 9), 2026, France saw blockade protests against a 440 hundred-million-euro austerity budget. Police counted at least 83 detained — 75 in Paris — with more than 1000 people gathered across about 30 sites, and students joined as some Paris high schools were blockaded. Prime Minister Bayrou had presented the framework in July (month 7) with national debt at 113% of GDP and a 5.8% deficit; he lost the confidence vote and stepped down. Unions called another mobilization for September (month 9) 18. In Korea, virtual-asset income becomes taxable from January (month 1) 1, 2027. After a 250 ten-thousand-won annual deduction, 22% applies to the excess, with first filing and payment in May (month 5), 2028. Gains by minor shareholders trading listed domestic stocks remain untaxed in principle, sustaining the equity dispute.