Reactions around the world range from joyous to cautious.

The two discussed economic issues ahead of scheduled G-8 and G-20 meetings.

The country's finances have struggled with a huge budget deficit and failing banks.

Workers have begun to return to work after protesting off and on for nearly two months.

The battle over pension reform continues into its ninth day.

VIDEO: Protests turn violent and disrupt French fuel supply.

The pension reform issue is to come to a final vote Wednesday.

French workers disagree with a proposed pension reform law that would raise the retirement age.

Workers upset over proposed government retirement reforms.