Business ties between China and France, two major manufacturing powerhouses and investors for outbound direct investment, will continue to deepen in the coming years through advanced manufacturing and green development, said government officials and company executives. 

Total trade volume between China and France reached 555.11 billion yuan ($76.87 billion) in 2023, up 3.1 percent year-on-year. 

With this year marking the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and France, they said that both countries possess economic strengths that are highly complementary, offering extensive opportunities for investment and trade in both goods and services. 

We look forward to seizing opportunities this year to develop business relationships with more customers in France.