Since 1964, when the Chinese mainland and France established formal diplomatic relations, cooperation has deepened across economy, trade, culture and tourism. As of December 3, 2025, the latest Chart of the Day highlights how this partnership continues to evolve with data-driven insights.
Key Trends from the Chart
- Economic Cooperation: Joint investments and high-level business forums have grown steadily, fostering new ventures across multiple industries.
- Trade Flows: Bilateral trade volume has surged from modest beginnings in the 1960s to a multi-billion-dollar exchange today, marking consistent year-on-year growth.
- Cultural Exchange: Collaborative film festivals, art exhibitions and academic programs spotlight a vibrant people-to-people connection, with events up significantly in 2025.
- Tourism Trends: Post-pandemic recovery has fueled a record number of travelers from the Chinese mainland to France this year, reflecting renewed wanderlust and immersive travel experiences.
Looking ahead, analysts expect further expansion in sustainability projects and creative industries—offering fresh opportunities for young entrepreneurs, global citizens and digital nomads. Stay tuned as this partnership charts new horizons in 2026 and beyond.
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Chart of the Day: China, France see wide-ranging cooperation
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