International aspects

Combating a global epidemic is not simply a French matter and our legal system is subject to numerous international conventions and European laws, meaning that friction is possible between the various sets of regulations. We will therefore provide you with an update on these intricate questions.

It is also impossible to gauge the full extent of the measures adopted without being aware of international developments.

The European Union and Covid-19

Much of our law is taken directly from European Union law, to the extent that EU law constitutes a reference framework which cannot always be bypassed, even in an emergency. This is why we will examine possible areas of flexibility, tolerated or offered by the European Union in response to the crisis.

Covid-19 – restrictions on the free movement of goods

Germany battles with covid-19

Foreign investment: tightening of the French control system

How can an employer justify the professional travel of an employee in the covid context?

Presentation of the French short-time work system (“activité partielle”)

Covid-19 – restrictions on the free movement of people

Africa and Covid-19

Covid-19 has reached Africa as it has the rest of the world. Lockdown and other measures adopted to combat the health crisis could lead French companies to reorganise their operations on the continent. Special attention should therefore be paid to the changing situation.

Our analysis of Covid-19 impacts in Morocco

Our analysis of Covid-19 impacts in Algeria

Update of the latest legislation introduced in Africa

France seen from abroad

Many of our clients are based abroad and may not speak French. Their need for support and to understand the French legal framework is even greater. We are helping by adapting our analyses and offering them to you in English.

All our Employment law analysis

CMS international blog

Our international services

Our CMS network has extensive expertise in legal, employment and tax law in over 40 countries. This means we are able to provide you with tailored advice. Within this network, we have developed a special service and country-by-country information on the Covid-19 epidemic. Find out more.

All our publications about COVID-19 at CMS

Our CMS expert guides on Covid-19

Covid-19: CMS's assessment crisis

Report: impacts of Covid-19 (Coronavirus)

Our law firm offers you its legal assistance to address all the impacts of covid-19 (Coronavirus) on your business. Read our dedicated report below.

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