*Hollande says White Paper ensures France's independence. PARIS, April 29- France will keep its defence budget at the same level for the next six years after the government decided proposed cuts would hamper its ability to mount military operations such as its intervention in Mali.
*Hollande says White Paper ensures France's independence. PARIS, April 29- France will keep its defence budget at the same level for the next six years after the government decided that proposed cuts would hamper its ability to mount military operations such as its intervention in Mali.
PARIS, April 25- Below are company-related news and stories from French and Benelux media which could have an impact on the region's markets or individual stocks. CAC 40 futures are little changed at 0655 GMT VIVENDI.