Nobel-winning economist Paul Krugman has warned that France faces a potential 'ugly crisis' and suggested the nation might be 'too big to save.' Meanwhile, former European Central Bank head Jean-Claude Trichet stressed that French politicians need to reach compromises.

Key facts

  • Nobel winner Paul Krugman warned of a potential 'ugly crisis' regarding France's debt situation.
  • Krugman stated that France may have become 'too big to save'.
  • Former ECB head Jean-Claude Trichet called on French politicians to compromise.

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