On Thursday in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron jointly closed the Seventh Meeting of the China-France Business Council, reinforcing two nations’ shared commitment to deeper economic ties.
The council, which brings together top business leaders and policymakers, focused this year on green technology, digital transformation and sustainable development. Delegates reviewed progress on existing projects and explored new partnerships across renewable energy, aerospace and high-tech sectors.
'Stronger collaboration between the Chinese mainland and France will drive innovation and support global efforts to combat climate change,' said President Xi, highlighting the importance of cross-border investment and knowledge exchange.
President Macron echoed these remarks, noting that France remains 'a reliable partner' for technology startups and green ventures. He underscored the council’s role in paving the way for over a dozen new memoranda of understanding slated to be signed in the coming months.
As both sides look ahead to next year’s co-hosted events, young entrepreneurs and investors will play a key role in shaping the future of Sino-French cooperation. Digital nomads and sustainability advocates alike can anticipate expanded opportunities for immersive exchanges, training programs and scalable startup incubators.
With bilateral trade surging this year and joint initiatives in clean energy gaining momentum, the Seventh China-France Business Council marks a new chapter in a dynamic partnership that continues to evolve in 2025 and beyond.
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Xi Jinping, Macron attend closing of 7th Meeting of China-France Business Council
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