International Meetings

On the occasion of the publication of the 2024 International Investment Report, Business France is organizing the "International Meetings" on April 1st at its headquarters.

A discussion on the trajectory of the last 10 years of internationalization of the French economy and the collective action to be taken to strengthen our attractiveness and sovereignty.

Agenda:

8:45 AM: Welcome speech – Business France General Management

9:00 AM: Opening speech - Laurent Saint-Martin, Minister Delegate to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, in charge of Foreign Trade and French Nationals Abroad

9:15 AM: The observation: A strong dynamic of internationalization of France to continue

Review of 10 years of attractiveness and internationalization of the French economy as seen by Business France

Cross perspectives on global economic trends and France's position

Renewing confidence and ensuring resilience (simplification, business financing, talents)

11:00 AM: The challenge: Succeeding collectively

Focus 1: AI, illustration of complex projects to support

Focus 2: Aeronautics/space, an excellence sector supported at 360°

Focus 3: Europe, challenges for our sovereignty and competitiveness

12:45 PM: Closing speech - Marc Ferracci, Minister of Industry and Energy (tbc)