Question

FRANCE - INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING:

Please outline a small summary of each heading in bullet point in regards to the country, FRANCE

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1. Background/History:

2. Cultue/Society:

3. Business/Monetisation:

4. Content/Regulations:

5. Delivery platforms and systems:

Answer 1

   Background and history

France is an independent nation in Western Europe and the center of a large overseas administration. It is the third-largest European nation (after Russia and Ukraine).

In ancient times France was part of the Celtic territory known as Gaul or Gallia. Its present name is derived from the Latin Francia, meaning "country of the Franks," a Germanic people who conquered the area during the 5th century, at the time of the fall of the Western Roman Empire. It became a separate country in the 9th century.

Since the 17th century, France has played a major role in European and world events. In the 20th century, it has experienced numerous crises, including the devastation of two world wars, political and social upheavals, and the loss of a large empire in Indochina, Algeria, and West and Equatorial Africa. It has, however, survived and emerged from the ruins of World War II to become an important world supplier of agricultural and industrial products and a major partner in the EUROPEAN COMMUNITY (EC, or Common Market).

Today, the term metropolitan France refers to the mainland departments and CORSICA, a large island located in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Italy that has been a part of France since 1768. France has six overseas departments: FRENCH GUIANA in South America; GUADELOUPE and MARTINIQUE in the West Indies; MAYOTTE, an island formerly part of the Comoros, located in the Indian Ocean; REUNION, an island in the Indian Ocean; and SAINT PIERRE AND MIQUELON, islands off the east coast of Canada. In addition, France has numerous small possessions called overseas territories. These include a group of widely scattered islands in the South Pacific, which are administered from Tahiti and are known collectively as FRENCH POLYNESIA; FRENCH SOUTHERN AND ANTARCTIC TERRITORIES; NEW CALEDONIA and WALLIS AND FUTUNA ISLANDS; and many small islands in the southern oceans, including the Kerguelen and Crozet archipelagos and the islands of St. Paul and Amsterdam (Indian Ocean). The overseas departments and territories are represented in the French National Assembly.

CULTURE

French national identity is based on the historical origins of the nation in Celtic, Gallo-Roman, and Frankish cultures. The official language is French, which is by far the majority language, having been imposed on the regional populations since the nineteenth century. Regional languages and dialects such as Breton, Catalan, Corsican, Basque, Alsatian, and Flemish are still in use, and some are taught in regional schools

RELIGION

Catholicism is the predominant religion of France. The other religions in France include Islam, Buddhism and Judaism.

The French take immense great pride in their nation and government and are typically offended by any negative comments about their country. The French believe in égalité, which means equality, and is part of the country's motto: "Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité.

CUISINE

Food and wine are central to life at all socioeconomic levels, and much socializing is done around lengthy dinners.

CLOTHING

Paris is known as the home to many high end fashion houses, such as Dior, Hermes, Louis Vuitton and Chanel.

BUSINESS and Monetization

France is one of the most modern and highly-developed countries in the world. It has one of the largest economies, and the country is a leader among European nations.French culture that has a major influence on business in France is the country’s attention to rules and regulations. The French have a low tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity, which, for those wishing to conduct business there , is significant in that they are reluctant to take risks.the French business market boasts a variety of international investors and is an important world supplier of agricultural and industrial products.

CONTENT AND REGULATIONS

There are particular national rules called Les Lois d’Aménagement et d’Urbanisme (LAU) which apply in coastal areas and in mountain regions.

DELIVERY PLATFORM AND SYSTEM

​​​​​​It develops a simple, quick and free interface for individuals wanting to group their grocery shopping deliveries. Private individuals who are willing to deliver products, can either choose a delivery area, specific shops or a time frame. When they shop for themselves. It can also propose a pick up tour where other individuals can add their delivery or shopping needs. A Private individual who needs his groceries delivered can find a delivery platform close to him.