Shein set to open first physical store in Paris

Shein to Open First Physical Store in Paris

The Asian clothing giant, Shein, is set to open its first physical store in Paris despite opposition from politicians, unions, and top fashion brands.

A petition was also launched to stop the opening, but the BHV department store in central Paris confirmed that the move would go ahead as planned next Wednesday.

Other news includes the Brazilian governor Claudio Castro, behind the deadliest police raid in Rio de Janeiro's history, and the far-right in Europe swearing allegiance to Trump's politics after Charlie Kirk's murder.

Additionally, sanctions against Russia have sparked a rift between the US and Europe over China, and France's political instability is putting the Franco-German alliance to the test.

France may also face higher borrowing costs than Italy, and Royals William and Kate have won a lawsuit against a French magazine.

Furthermore, the French justice minister's visit to Nicolas Sarkozy in jail has sparked a political firestorm.

Author's summary: Shein opens first physical store in Paris amid opposition.

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Le Monde Le Monde — 2025-10-31