On December 3, 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron began a state visit to the Chinese mainland, his fourth since taking office. Over the next three days, Macron will explore avenues to deepen Sino-French cooperation in key sectors.
To gauge public sentiment, CGTN Stringer interviewed residents in Lyon. Claude, a former China-based professional, spoke positively about bilateral ties: "International exchanges have been crucial for fostering economic and trade cooperation and boosting tourism between our countries."
This optimistic view is echoed by many in Lyon, who see Macron’s visit as an opportunity to expand economic and trade partnerships and enhance tourism flows.
As Macron engages with leaders in Beijing, attention is on converting diplomatic discussions into tangible outcomes: fresh business agreements, boosted trade activity and deeper international exchanges.
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