EU races to Le Pen-proof its agenda

The European Union is in a hurry to finalize key budget and climate measures before the French presidential election in April, driven by concerns over potential shifts in French policy under a possible Marine Le Pen victory. Diplomats report that Paris has been pushing for these agreements to solidify the bloc's agenda and avoid disruptions that could arise from a far-right leadership. This rush underscores the EU's strategic efforts to maintain its course despite domestic political turbulence in one of its key member states.