French unions strike over proposed cut to EDF/Engie energy tariff benefit

French unions call a strike for Tuesday, September 15, to defend the 'tarif agent' — a historical discount on gas and electricity bills for EDF and Engie employees and retirees — which the government is targeting. The strike signals labor opposition to the reform, but the outcome and government response remain uncertain. This matters as it tests the government's reform agenda and could affect energy-sector labor relations.