The French government has announced €70 million in targeted aid to help transport, fishing, and agriculture sectors affected by soaring fuel prices, with measures including a 20-cent-per-litre fuel subsidy and zero excise on agricultural diesel.

Facing soaring fuel prices from the Middle East conflict, the French government has announced €70 million in targeted aid for April, helping transport, fishing, and agriculture. Measures include a 20-cent-per-litre fuel subsidy for small transport businesses and fishing boats, plus zero excise on agricultural diesel. The support is limited, sector-focused, and adaptable, while broader tax cuts are ruled out to protect public finances.