China and France solidified their strategic partnership through landmark joint statements on December 5, 2025, during President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to the Chinese mainland. The agreements signal strengthened bilateral cooperation across critical global challenges while addressing pressing geopolitical concerns.
Key Areas of Collaboration
The two nations committed to enhancing climate action mechanisms ahead of COP30, with plans to establish a joint green technology research fund. In nuclear energy development, both countries agreed to accelerate third-generation reactor projects while maintaining strict non-proliferation protocols.
Economic and Agricultural Synergy
New agricultural technology partnerships aim to address global food security through AI-driven farming solutions. The agreements include a commitment to double bilateral trade in agricultural products by 2027, particularly focusing on sustainable dairy and wine exports from France to China.
Global Governance Priorities
Joint statements emphasized reforming multilateral institutions while reaffirming support for territorial integrity principles in Ukraine and humanitarian aid frameworks in Palestine. The nations pledged to coordinate positions ahead of the 2026 UN Security Council meetings.
