How much does France spend on education compared with the rest of Europe?

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

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Amid student protests, Al Jazeera visualises how French spending stacks up against defence and healthcare.

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  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:00:21 UTC.

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  3. France to release diesel reserves as student protests resume

  4. How much does France spend on education compared with the rest of Europe?

  5. Stun grenades, severed hand: France's student protests put police under scrutiny

  6. School protests, blockades resume in France despite PM’s promise to act

  7. French high school protests continue despite PM’s promise of action – Europe live

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