‘It’s hard for us’: Paris small businesses bear brunt of protest violence
Summary
Small businesses in Paris, especially near Place de la Republique, suffered from damage and theft during recent riots and looting. The French government is providing financial support for affected businesses and working with online platforms to stop the sale of stolen goods.Key Facts
- Hassan Rashdul’s phone shop near Place de la Republique was badly damaged and stolen from during violent protests.
- Rashdul lost about 70,000 euros ($78,600) worth of stock, which his insurance does not cover.
- The French government will cover employee salaries for about 3,000 businesses hit by the riots and set up a fund to help them restock.
- More than 200 investigators have been assigned to catch those responsible for the violence and theft.
- Stolen items are being sold online quickly after the riots, leading the government to ask platforms like Amazon, eBay, Meta, and TikTok to remove these listings.
- Local customers are supporting small businesses by raising help appeals on social media.
- Rashdul, who spent 10 years building his business after moving from Bangladesh, is worried about future protests causing more harm.
- While respecting the right to protest, he is concerned about the damage to businesses and France’s global image.
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