[COVER STORY] Years of neglect fueled France protests, French nationals in Korea say

Public anger in France has been building for years, with the government failing to address calls for reforms regarding education and living conditions, according to French nationals living in Korea. They believe that the neglect and inaction of the French government have fueled growing public discontent, as people's concerns have consistently been ignored.

Hugo Adam, a graduate student at Seoul National University, told The Korea Times that the government hasn't listened enough to people's concerns about the climate, the economy, and now education. Similarly, a French filmmaker, who wished to remain anonymous, agreed with this assessment, stating that despite numerous protests over the years, the French government has consistently failed to listen to its people.

They added that family and friends back home are participating in the current protests. The protests began in mid-September, initiated by students advocating for an improved education environment, which includes more teachers and better school facilities.