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France's National Assembly voted to repeal a colonial-era law concerning Martinique, while President Macron commented on the country's colonial past.

15 reports, 15 independent Updated May 28
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France's National Assembly voted to repeal a colonial-era law concerning Martinique, while President Macron commented on the country's colonial past.

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MartiniqueEmmanuel Macron

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  1. Emmanuel Macron commented on the colonial past of France, acknowledging the role of Africa in the slave trade and the operation of colonies in the Caribbean.Sub-event
  2. The city of Nantes was responsible for repealing a colonial law, and its growth was funded by the slave trade.Sub-event
  3. Lower house voted to repeal colonial-era law in Martinique; Macron commented on colonial past.1 source
  4. Nantes and Bordeaux discussed the link between colonial wealth and modern French cities.1 source
  5. Lawmakers unanimously repealed the colonial-era law Code Noir, marking a step in addressing France's imperial past.1 source
  6. The repeal of the Black Code was linked to the slave trade history of French cities.1 source
  7. The National Assembly voted to annul slavery laws in French colonies, requiring Senate approval.1 source

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