Tag: Martinique

Protests over rising costs of living turn violent in French Caribbean island of Martinique

Protests have erupted on the French Caribbean island of Martinique over the high cost of living, sparking violent clashes with police and the destruction of property. At least…

What’s behind violent protests in France’s Martinique? • FRANCE 24 English

French authorities on Thursday grappled with a new spike in violence in the country’s overseas territories, ordering a curfew after rioting in Martinique. France 24’s Angela Diffley takes…

Martinique grapples with major cost of living crisis • FRANCE 24 English

People in Martinique are protesting the cost of living. that‘s because food products on the island cost up to 42% more than in mainland France. Sri Lankans are…

‘Unacceptable poverty’: Protests continue in Martinique • FRANCE 24 English

Cab drivers in Martinique joined a protest movement against the high cost of living, blocking major highways on Thursday before a 9pm government-imposed curfew. The French Caribbean island…