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		<title>Bank reform: the regulators agree</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ After months of negotiations, the Basel Committee has established a new international regulatory framework for banks. The device signed by 26 of the 27 member countries of the committee shall enter into force early 2012. Only Germany still dragging feet and abstained from voting certain amendments. The reform is focused particularly on increasing requirements [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> After months of negotiations, the Basel Committee has established a new international regulatory framework for banks. The device signed by 26 of the 27 member countries of the committee shall enter into force early 2012. Only Germany still dragging feet and abstained from voting certain amendments. The reform is focused particularly on increasing requirements for capital adequacy, liquidity, debt and reserves to help banks get through another crisis proportions. </p>
<p> Among the new regulations, the Committee plans to incorporate a ratio called leverage ratio between equity and liabilities reported in the bank. Between 2013-2017, the ratio set at 3% minimum will not be binding. Then starting in 2018 a leverage ratio has to adhere to be defined.&quot;Today&#39;s agreements represent a landmark achievement in the context of strengthening the soundness of the banking sector,&quot; commented the President of the European Central Bank Jean-Claude Trichet <a href="http://payday-loans-e.com">cash advance loan no fax</a><!-- . -->. </p>
<p> Adjustments favorable to France </p>
<p> However, some proposals have been postponed. Banks will include the possibility of taking into account, in part, capital of insurance subsidiaries in the calculation of bank capital, a relaxation which household particularly French establishments. Furthermore, the position of the United States, which have still not applied the rules of Basel II in 2008, raises doubts. &quot;We&#39;re not sure they apply the rules in the same terms as European banks,&quot; said Baudouin Prot, BNP Paribas boss, in an interview with Le Figaro. </p>
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		<title>Taxes on capital: 562 000 French taxable</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The number of reports of providers of solidarity tax on wealth (ISF) and the expected revenues are up slightly over 2008, with nearly 562,000 returns, according to figures released Wednesday by the Budget Ministry.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> The number of reports of providers of solidarity tax on wealth (ISF) and the expected revenues are up slightly over 2008, with nearly 562,000 returns, according to figures released Wednesday by the Budget Ministry.</p>
<p> In early July, the number of Declarations owe ISF stands at nearly 562,000, against 539,000 the same day last year, and the amount of total tax amounts reported this year 3.29 million against 3.13 million during the same period in 2009. </p>
<p> &quot;These initial results on TFR must be confirmed by definitive and comprehensive statistics to be established in early 2011, the ministry said in a statement. </p>
<p> Moreover, the tax cuts provided by law for labor, employment and purchasing power increased by 16.7%, representing 838 million euros against 718 million in 2009, for a total reductions of 140,043 for investment in SMEs (small and medium enterprise) or donation to a charitable body (102.000 cuts $ 718 million in 2009).More than 1.1 billion euros have been invested in the equity of SMEs, according Bercy. </p>
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		<title>Attractiveness: France wants to get rid of misconceptions</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ On the ground of appeal as that of growth, France is doing &#34;less bad&#34; than its main competitors. It is the belief of the French Agency for International Investment (AFII), which on Monday published its panel&#39;s attractiveness in 2010, in collaboration with the Center for Strategic Analysis (CAS), Treasury and Datar. While foreign direct [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> On the ground of appeal as that of growth, France is doing &quot;less bad&quot; than its main competitors. It is the belief of the French Agency for International Investment (AFII), which on Monday published its panel&#39;s attractiveness in 2010, in collaboration with the Center for Strategic Analysis (CAS), Treasury and Datar. While foreign direct investment last year saw a decline of 41% in developed countries, they have fallen &quot;only&quot; 35% in France. </p>
<p> The Hexagon&#39;s interest to maintain this advantage: the French subsidiaries of foreign groups provide more than 2.5 million jobs, 20% of R &amp; D and almost 40% of these exports are linked to foreign establishments.And since 2007, when the crisis was suffering its effects, new investment decisions by foreign companies will be permitted to &quot;maintain or create approximately 30,000 jobs&quot; each year. </p>
<p> &quot;Beware the gap between what the economic data and leave out the perception of foreign investors,&quot; said Monday David Appia, president of the AFII. This paper attempts to twist the particular blow to conventional wisdom: that France would not fiscally attractive to businesses. &quot;People often think that taxation in France is a weak point but in reality the situation is more complex,&quot; said Director General of CAS, Vincent Chriqui <a href="http://pay-day-loans-i.com">bad credit pay day loans</a><!-- . -->.It must be determined &quot;globally&quot;, argue the AFII and CAS. </p>
<p> &quot;Strong signals&quot; </p>
<p> The tax can not be reduced to the corporate tax (IS). &quot;The effective tax burden on enterprises in France is much lower than the nominal rate of the SI would suggest,&quot; says the report. It must also consider the tax base and exemptions. Ultimately, if we look at the revenue of the IS reported to EBITDA, &quot;France is in a better position, with a tax rate of approximately 17% of profits.&quot; Dietary improvements reserved for impatriate removing the ceiling of the research tax credit &#8211; now &quot;the strongest incentive to Europe&quot; &#8211; and the removal of business tax on productive investments also &quot;sent a strong signal towards investors foreigners.</p>
<p> More generally, France is ranked fifth in the world for business location costs (employment, installation, transportation, taxes, equipment and energy) and one in Europe, the document stresses the AFII, which compiles data and existing rankings, making comparisons between France and eleven other neighboring countries. </p>
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		<title>Airbus and rival Boeing orders</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Airbus and Boeing have set the tone from the first day of the Farnborough Airshow on Monday after announcing several large orders, confirming the realization of the renewed confidence of airlines. </p>
<p> Based on list prices, purely indicative, orders placed by the two manufacturers accounted for a turnover of about 23.65 billion dollars (17.85 billion euros) in the middle of the afternoon. </p>
<p> While Boeing has logged 70 orders for aircraft for a total of about 12 billion dollars, Airbus announced Monday it had received 122 aircraft orders totaling nearly 11.64 billion. In detail, the Russian airline Aeroflot has placed an order for 11 A330-300, or approximately $ 2.34 billion.(See </p>
<p> Air Lease Corp., a company leasing and financing aircraft, confirmed it had ordered 31 Airbus A320s (2.52 billion dollars) and 20 A321-200 ($ 1.91 billion), representing a total 4.43 billion for these 51 aircraft <a href="http://no-fax-fast-cash-advance.com">no fax cash loans</a><!-- . -->. </p>
<p> &quot;In the current environment, reducing operating costs and fuel consumption, respect for the environment and maximum operational flexibility, are also advantages for the airlines. The latest versions of the Airbus single aisle family go far beyond the highest standards, &quot;said Steven F. Udvar-Hazy, CEO of Air Lease Corporation. </p>
<p> Another company leasing and financing aircraft, Gecas, a subsidiary of General Electric, bought 60 A320 family aircraft for an amount valued at about 4.88 billion dollars.Earlier, Gecas Boeing announced an order for 40 new generation 737s in a transaction valued three billion dollars. </p>
<p> The U.S. giant has also received a command that could exceed nine billion dollars for 30 Boeing 777-300 from the Emirates. </p>
<p> In addition, Boeing has said that India could gain 10-12 additional Boeing C-17 plus 10 already planned. </p>
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		<title>Call centers in the sights of government</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Often criticized by customers, the outsourcing of call centers to foreign countries is becoming a government priority. According to Le Parisien on Sunday, the record has been taken over by the Secretary of State for Employment Laurent Wauquiez. The latter is studying a plan of action to fight against the leakage of these jobs [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Often criticized by customers, the outsourcing of call centers to foreign countries is becoming a government priority. According to Le Parisien on Sunday, the record has been taken over by the Secretary of State for Employment Laurent Wauquiez. The latter is studying a plan of action to fight against the leakage of these jobs outside French territory. </p>
<p> To emphasize the installation of these centers in France, the Secretary of State may well introduce a surcharge &quot;of calls from sites located abroad.Conversely, companies deciding to keep their call centers in France would receive the &quot;nudges&quot; as aid in recruitment, training, installation in rural areas or relief from social security contributions, believes Learn daily. </p>
<p> More transparency </p>
<p> Laurent Wauquiez would generally aim to &quot;make practices more transparent&quot; left to prepare &quot;a list of poor performers. The fight against the relocation, however, looks very difficult. According to latest estimates, dating to 2008, the Union of professional contact center (SP2C), an employee of a call center Morocco is for example paid between 400 and 450 euros a month against a minimum of 1320 euro gross France (including bonuses and thirteenth month).The battle is also likely to face the refusal of the Commission in Brussels which could object to these tax measures. </p>
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		<title>This will increase to 1 July 2010</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ • Transport 
 &#8211; Station: Ticket prices for trains Coral, Intercity and TER (Regional Express Train) will increase an average of 2.5%. This will result in higher ticket from 10 cents to 2.30 euros depending on distance traveled during the trip. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> • Transport </p>
<p> &#8211; Station: Ticket prices for trains Coral, Intercity and TER (Regional Express Train) will increase an average of 2.5%. This will result in higher ticket from 10 cents to 2.30 euros depending on distance traveled during the trip. </p>
<p> As for the discount cards (cards 12-25, Senior, and Child Escapes +), their prices remain unchanged. </p>
<p> &#8211; RATP: The price of individual tickets will go from 1.60 euro to 1.70 euro. </p>
<p> Subscriptions Navigo will also increase, except for packages zone 1-5 and 1-6.The monthly Zones 1 and 2 (Paris and suburbs) rises from 56.60 to 60.40 euros (+6.7%), the zones 1-3 of 74.40 to 78.20 euros (+ 5.1%) and the zones 1 to 4 from 91.70 to 95.50 euros (+4.1%). </p>
<p> • Energy </p>
<p> &#8211; Gas: After an initial increase in April, prices will increase again by 2% to 4.7% (about 8 euros per year for those who use gas for hot water and cooking 45 per year for those who use it also for heating) </p>
<p> &#8211; Bulbs: As part of the scheduled end of incandescents in the EU to promote energy saving, incandescent lamps of 60 watts are removed from store shelves.Those whose power was 100 watts or more have disappeared from shelves in 2009. </p>
<p> • Bonus for scrap </p>
<p> The premium case is lowered to 500 euros instead of 700 for any car ordered until December 31. </p>
<p> • Stamps </p>
<p> The price of postage for mailings of letters under 20 grams, will increase by two cents from 56-58 cents, an increase of 3.5%. </p>
<p> • Retirement </p>
<p> The index points which is the basis for calculating salary in three public (state, territorial and hospital) must be revalued by 0.5%.</p>
<p> • Unemployment benefits </p>
<p> Allowances of approximately two million unemployed by unemployment insurance compensation will be revalued by 1.2%. </p>
<p> • Communication </p>
<p> &#8211; Hadopi: It is from this Thursday that the first warnings will be mailed to users in violation of the law on downloading. </p>
<p> &#8211; Phone: The price of calls made and received from another EU country (roaming within Europe) will be reduced to 39 cents per minute excluding VAT cons 43 cent today. Receiving a call will be charged € 0.15 per minute instead of EUR 0.19.The SMS tariff remains unchanged for its 11 cents per message. </p>
<p> • Business and Disability </p>
<p> Firms with more than 20 employees employ any disabled person and took no action to promote employment of disabled people will have their penalties tripled to about 13,000 euros per person missing. </p>
<p> • Livret A </p>
<p> Currently at its lowest level since its inception to 1.25% &#8211; Return of the booklet A should move to 1.50% or 1.75% from 1 August by Budget Minister Francois Baroin. </p>
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		<title>The United Kingdom wants to eliminate its deficit in 5 years</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> The British government announced austerity cure the biggest since the Second World War. The measures announced thus leave little room for surprise. On Tuesday before the Parliament, the finance minister George Osborne has announced that his government had a deficit of 1.1% in 2015-16 against 10.1% this year. This means that the deficit would increase from 149 billion pounds in 2010 to 20 billion in 2015/16. </p>
<p> To achieve this objective, the minister calls for reducing departmental running costs of 30 billion pounds per year by 2014-2015. The expenditure review will be presented to Parliament on 20 October. The salaries of public servants will be frozen for two years.Similarly, net borrowing of the state are scaled down to 149 billion pounds this year, six billion less than expected last week by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), the new independent oversight body budget. The net borrowing should be reduced to 116 billion pounds in 2011-2012 to 89 billion in 2012-2013, then gradually to 20 billion in 2015-2016. </p>
<p> Among other measures announced: an increase in VAT, which will be increased to 20% from January 4, 2011, against 17.5% currently. &quot;By the end of the mandate of the current Parliament, this measure alone will bring more than 13 billion pounds per year of additional revenue. This is 13 billion pounds that we will not find a reduction in spending or a tax increase on income, &quot;he said. The tax on capital gains will also spend 18% to 28% from midnight.</p>
<p> The government also plans to raise the legal age of retirement at age 66. Similarly, a decline of social protection spending is projected to save 11 billion pounds by 4-5 years. </p>
<p> Tax on banks </p>
<p> In addition it will create a tax on banks apply from January next year to British and foreign institutions. This new tax will be calculated on the basis of the balance sheets of banks and mutual groups and British subsidiaries of foreign banks&#39; local <a href="http://payday-loans-nofax.com">payday loans for self employed</a><!-- . -->. &quot;Once fully in place, we expect that the tax will generate more than two billion pounds of annual revenue,&quot; he said. The Alcohol, tobacco and fuel will not be taxed. </p>
<p> Changes are also in the agenda on taxes.George Osborne announces plans to cut one percentage point per year for four years the corporation tax to bring it to 24% against 28% currently. &quot;This will give us the lowest rate of major Western economies and the lowest rate of G20,&quot; he added. Tax relief for 23 million taxpayers paying the lower tax bracket (20%) will be increased by £ 1,000 in April 2011, allowing them to save 170 pounds each. &quot;The burden&quot; will be &quot;fairly shared&quot;, according to the minister. </p>
<p> Growth revised downwards </p>
<p> This budget &quot;emergency&quot;, described as &quot;inevitable&quot;, will impact on growth of the United Kingdom. The British economy should grow more slowly than expected due to fiscal consolidation. Growth in 2011 is revised downwards to 2.3% in 2011 against 2.6% expected by the OBR.But the minister provided an acceleration thereafter: 2.8% in 2012 and 2.9% in 2013. </p>
<p> &quot;We are on track to reduce debt and achieve a structural budget balance by the end of this legislature, George Osborne promises. </p>
<p> Rejection of the Euro </p>
<p> George Osborne in the wake on Tuesday announced the dissolution of the service of his department who was assigned to work on a possible accession of the United Kingdom to the euro. &quot;I can confirm that, as stated in the coalition agreement, this government will not adopt the euro during this Parliament.So I put away the Treasury Department responsible for preparing for the euro, &quot;he told the House of Commons. </p>
<p> The new government combining conservative and liberal Democrats from the legislative elections of May 6, had promised in his coalition program that the United Kingdom does not adopt the euro and making no such move during the term. </p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> The CAC 40 index which comprises the forty largest capitalization of the Paris market, will be 41 values within one day, Friday, July 2, with the division of the Accor group, said in a statement Friday the exchange operator NYSE Euronext. </p>
<p> Accor, which is part of the CAC 40 will separate into two entities, one containing the name Accor hotels and gathering activities, and the other called Edenred, representing the prepaid services industry (Ticket Restaurant, gift cards <a href="http://payday-advance-i.com">bad Credit payday advance</a><!-- . --> ..). </p>
<p> On July 2, two new groups will therefore part of the CAC 40 Edenred do so before the index feature of Parisian place before the opening of the meeting of Monday, July 5, said NYSE Euronext.</p>
<p> The general meeting to approve the demerger will take place June 29, days before the listing of the two entities. </p>
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		<title>William Hague: &quot;London will not go further to help the euro&quot;</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The new head of British diplomacy began Sunday evening in Paris on a tour that continues this week in Rome, Berlin and Warsaw. He gave his first interview with Le Figaro in the European press. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> The new head of British diplomacy began Sunday evening in Paris on a tour that continues this week in Rome, Berlin and Warsaw. He gave his first interview with Le Figaro in the European press. </p>
<p> LE FIGARO. Largely eurosceptic Conservative Party, to which you belong, has concluded a coalition agreement with the Liberal Democrats, favor, they, to a rapprochement with the EU. What will your European policy? </p>
<p> William HAGUE. This is good news for the EU that we have heard over five years with our coalition partners. This was not the tradition in Britain to have a fixed maturity term of office. The next general elections will be held in May 2015. For our European partners in particular, that political stability should be a good omen.With the Liberal Democrats, it was not difficult to determine what our European policy: this is further good news for the EU, because we will be predictable. The course is set for the next five years: we intend to be extremely active in European affairs so that the EU can collectively weigh in the world. We will also be very active to help European economies to recover growth, create new jobs and new businesses. We&#39;ll be tough negotiators, but is not that we should expect from any government? </p>
<p> The economic crisis, financial, monetary and across Europe requires its members to further cooperation. How far will you go on the path of solidarity? </p>
<p> We do not belong to the euro area and we do not rejoin, as stipulated in the coalition agreement.Neither partner will do the same proposal, as long as this agreement. But as David Cameron has said a euro zone healthy is in our interest. We do not want to be part but we hope it contributes to the financial stability of Europe. It is very important to us. Regarding the financial support that Britain could make to the euro area, our position coincides with that of the government of Gordon Brown. Our country faces the heaviest budget deficit in history (aside from the period of world wars) and the priority task is to reduce the deficit to a level where it can be controlled.We are not able to provide other financial guarantees. </p>
<p> So you exclude from participation in a support fund for countries of the euro area in trouble? </p>
<p> The government that preceded us had agreed to participate in one of these funds a few weeks ago. We will assume our responsibilities in fulfilling this agreement. But we will not be dragged further into the euro area. This is not what the British want from their government. It will not offer more than what has already been proposed. </p>
<p> Do you negotiate opt-outs with the EU? </p>
<p> We will discuss with our partners in government. As indicated in the coalition agreement, we want to limit the application of the directive on working time, which we consider too restrictive in Great Britain.We also wish to pass a law requiring a referendum if a future government would go further transfers of sovereignty to the EU. There was a lot of institutional changes in Europe and debate. We must now ensure that the institutions function, can improve economic performance, extending the single market and cooperation in foreign policy. Let us focus on concrete achievements rather than engaging in a new institutional debate. </p>
<p> A bounce or a deepening of the crisis could lead to more regulation. How would you react? </p>
<p> We certainly need to improve how we regulate the banking and financial services. But further regulate the labor market and the business would be in the wrong direction. This is the traditional view of the British.The crisis has again highlighted. We say: Great Britain is open for business. Our next budget in two weeks, will reaffirm the years to come. We hope that our European partners adopt a similar approach. </p>
<p> The EU&#39;s foreign policy is lacking, according to you, &quot;determination and consistency.&quot; What will you offer? </p>
<p> The situation in Gaza shows that Europeans must contribute to the relaunching of a peace process. All solutions to ensure the delivery of aid to Gaza and trade require a form of international assistance and there is a role for the EU. European nations, when they speak together, can have a particular impact. That the Israeli government to decide whether to accept the fact-finding mission to which France and Great Britain are favorable.In a situation like this, we must unite our capabilities. It is also the case for Iran. We work closely with France to allow the adoption of new UN sanctions. We also want to discuss additional EU measures. Again, the Union can demonstrate its collective weight. </p>
<p> Are there still you think a &quot;special relationship&quot; between Britain and the United States? </p>
<p> Yes, this special relationship exists. I called the alliance indivisible. It is expressed through a wide range of cooperation (diplomatic, military, nuclear, intelligence, economics &#8230;). Great Britain and the United States is still the largest investor in the partner. But it is not for us to choose from competing in Europe or France. Both relations, transatlantic and European natural fit. </p>
<p> Afghanistan is a priority.Can you do better than the government of Gordon Brown? </p>
<p> We need a viable political process at the same time that military progress in the field. Of course, it&#39;s difficult, but we must remain faithful friends. We will remain strongly committed to Afghanistan. The worst would be to leave an uncertainty reflected in our action. This would only strengthen those who do not want a future of peace. The question is not whether we will continue to make our contribution but how we will. </p>
<p> With France, cooperation in defense looks promising? </p>
<p> We already talked with our counterparts in French when we were in opposition. It is still too early to make announcements: the review of our strategic policy and defense completed in the fall. But we are very open to new ideas and a closer cooperation.David Cameron and Nicolas Sarkozy have already established between them a great working atmosphere. We have many things to do together to ensure the growth of our economies, develop civil nuclear power or act in the field of immigration. The fact that the Prime Minister and I have chosen to perform in France our first bilateral visit abroad shows the enormous importance that we attach to these relationships. </p>
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<p> &quot;Paris-London: the puzzle of a common defense </p>
<p> &quot;Paris ready to accommodate a Eurosceptic London </p>
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		<title>The &quot;pathéthique needle in a haystack&quot; by Jean-Marie Messier</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The email, signed by Jean-Marie Messier, was dated Sunday, June 30, 2002 at 10 am 23. It may look like a formal letter stating the last wishes of a CEO for a stay. The paper brings to light the scenes is a bit petty negotiations after leaving the group. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> The email, signed by Jean-Marie Messier, was dated Sunday, June 30, 2002 at 10 am 23. It may look like a formal letter stating the last wishes of a CEO for a stay. The paper brings to light the scenes is a bit petty negotiations after leaving the group. </p>
<p> That Sunday, Jean-Marie Messier knows he was dropped by the main shareholders. The accounts of Vivendi Universal are in the red. A loss of 13.6 billion euros has been announced. While three days before a board of directors has rejected a narrow majority vote of no confidence against him, he is preparing to resign officially. His departure seems to be the only solution to reassure markets that have become hostile to personality and promises disappointed &quot;J2M. </p>
<p> This Sunday morning, Jean-Marie Messier is therefore sending an email to one of his lawyers.&quot;Then I will summarize the points that I want to have all the details?&quot;, Begins the missive in a list. First point: &quot;check the proper treatment&quot; of several close aides including Xavier Couture, then CEO of Canal +. Third point: &quot;ensure a legal cover&quot; and an &quot;unlimited coverage for legal fees. To pay them, said in a parenthesis Jean-Marie Messier, &quot;it must be shielded.&quot; Other points: provide &quot;social security coverage for my family,&quot; fees for the apartment in New York, to benefit from 20 hours per year of flights on aircraft or group chair the ceremony films were made by several Filmmakers on September 11.&quot;They are small and big important things,&quot; says the e-mail Sunday morning. </p>
<p> Reading this list by the presiding judge is not likely to put at ease Jean-Marie Messier. &quot;It is both a needle in a haystack and it has a pathetic,&quot; he explains at the helm. I decided to leave VU but I was still looking for ways to hang myself by mentioning the date of such board or of the projection of films on September 11. Rereading it after eight years, is baroque! &quot;. </p>
<p> The former CEO has said he resigned from the group by letter on the night of Sunday to Monday without worrying about the conditions of his departure <a href="http://pay-day-loan-s.com">quick pay day loan</a><!-- . -->.He had refused a golden parachute clause inserted in his contract after the merger with Seagram, Vivendi, &quot;yet it was the practice in American companies,&quot; says he. And he was not at the time of signing his resignation guarantees on his departure: &quot;My decision was to leave and was independent of contract terms,&quot; he repeats at least four times in court. </p>
<p> Four days later, July 3, 2002, we find the time to file a handwritten letter addressed to the administrators group.&quot;J2M&quot; indignant that he was asked to &quot;make a decision that breaks his professional life,&quot; that is, to resign, that he was &quot;promised straight in the eye to treat honorably&quot; but ultimately it is a question not to grant him his starting conditions. </p>
<p> &quot;This letter is not a boss but someone lost, lost, who knows what to do,&quot; justifies this time &quot;J2M. The terms of his departure he has finally provided a driver, health coverage for five years and a sum of 18.6 million euros, a sum never touched, an arbitration in New York who stopped in the middle flight this &quot;golden parachute&quot;. This short list is at the center of a prosecution for abuse of corporate assets </p>
<p> On this point, the court is no longer the place of the feelings by writing an email Sunday morning dark.At the bar in the courtroom sunny, Jean-Marie Messier adjusts his expressions when the time comes to discuss these golden parachutes to CEOs French inspired 2000s counterparts américiains. He uses a clear voice and clear expression. &quot;I know the media sensitivity when you mention these matters, argues the former CEO. But I mean there was no prejudice. I acted in good faith. For the rest, I had no hand. I thank you for Vivendi Universal. </p>
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