The Louvre Museum in Paris will raise ticket prices by 45 percent for visitors from outside the European Economic Area, including Americans and Britons, starting January 14. The increase, from €22 to €32, is part of a broader effort to fund a major €1.1 billion overhaul of the museum's infrastructure and security, following a high-profile robbery and ongoing maintenance issues. The new pricing has sparked controversy, with unions and critics calling it discriminatory and warning it commodifies culture, while supporters argue it is a fair way to share costs. Other major French attractions, such as the Palace of Versailles, are also planning similar tiered pricing for international visitors.