French FinMin Le Maire reaffirms 5% economic growth target for 2021

The economy is expected to expand 5% in 2021, French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said in an interview with France Info radio on Monday.

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“Expects to get back to pre-covid economic activity levels by H1 2022.”

“No plans for a second economic recovery programme on top of the current one.”

Separately, French Health Minister Olivier Véran confirmed that outdoor bar and dining will recommence on May 19.