France's Sports and Language Controversies

France's proposed tax exemption for international sports federations, including FIFA, has sparked controversy due to potential tax equality breaches and concerns about the federation's reputation. The move has been criticized as a political blunder and a race to the bottom with FIFA. Meanwhile, the Goethe-Institut plans to close two of its five French sites, causing disappointment among French officials and raising concerns about the status of the French language. Additionally, the introduction of a mandatory quota of players from French training programs has significantly boosted the competitiveness of the French national rugby team.