France's Le Maire `Very Confident' on Digital Services Tax Deal

The transcript discusses the push for an international digital tax agreement, highlighting France's role in advocating for a minimum 15% tax rate on digital giants. It covers the potential impact on countries like Ireland and the US, and France's commitment to withdraw its national tax once an international system is in place. The EU's digital levy and economic recovery plan are also discussed, along with the ECB's strategy review, which includes a new climate goal. The conversation emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and quick decision-making in times of crisis.

What is the main goal of the international agreement discussed during the G20 summit?

• To implement a universal healthcare system

• To create a global environmental policy

• To establish a global minimum wage

• To agree on international digital taxation

Which country is mentioned as being unconvinced about the 15% minimum tax rate?

• Italy

• Ireland

• Spain

• Germany

What is France's stance on the minimum tax rate for digital taxation?

• France is satisfied with a 15% rate

• France wants a rate lower than 15%

• France aims for a rate higher than 15%

• France has no specific stance on the rate

What will France do once the international taxation system is implemented?

• Withdraw its national digital tax

• Maintain its current tax system

• Introduce new national taxes

• Increase its national tax rates

What is the purpose of the EU's digital levy?

• To reduce carbon emissions

• To support small businesses

• To improve digital infrastructure

• To fund the economic recovery plan

What new goal has the European Central Bank introduced in its strategy?

• A new currency for the eurozone

• A climate mandate

• A focus on reducing unemployment

• A 5% inflation target

Why is the ECB's decision on climate goals significant?

• It will lead to higher interest rates

• It is the first time a central bank has set a climate goal

• It will decrease the euro's value

• It will increase trade barriers