" Sarkozy and Merkel say Europe will lead way towards 'moral' capitalism" - 8th Jan 2009 "

Demonstrators alternated between chants and cries in the French creole language of the islands, raising their fists to shouts of “Down with colonization”, “Two-hundred euros, yes we can!” and “Life is dear under those coconut trees”. A sign read: "“apartheid is a reality in the Caribbean”.

Guadeloupe riots turn paradise into war zone as one protester shot dead - Feb 18th

Sarkozy under pressure as civil disturbances over economy escalate in French territory Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana - Reunion rebellion The movement, led by the umbrella group Collective against Extreme Exploitation, began on 20 January as a general strike and protest against the island's high living costs....