French wine and spirits exporters expressed deep concern on Monday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest threat to impose 100% tariffs on all French wines and champagnes. The Federation of Wine and Spirits Exporters (FEVS) stated that the escalating friction is incredibly damaging for a highly export-dependent sector that finds itself trapped in a political
France’s President Emmanuel Macron is under scrutiny for not endorsing the alcohol-free “Dry January” initiative, with accusations that he succumbed to pressure from the wine lobby. A group of 50 addiction specialists expressed their disappointment in an open letter, claiming that the government’s indifference compromises its commitment to a

