Anticipated 8th Choose France Summit Projects Over 20 Billion Euros in Investments; Emmanuel Macron Officially Declares
Breaking Records Again: 20 Billion Euros Expected at Choose France 2025
Get ready to smash records! The 8th Choose France event is set to make waves this year, aiming for a whopping 20 billion euros in investment announcements, according to Emmanuel Macron. That's a massive leap from the 15 billion euros secured last year!
Macron made the announcement during a regional press interview on May 16, 2025, promising a+"upwards of fifty"+ projects that will certainly exceed the 20 billion euros threshold. The event, taking place on May 19, will showcase diverse sectors such as technology, finance, and tourism, hoping to reaffirm France's status as the top European destination for foreign investments.
France's Struggle with Job Creation
While France has sustained its leading position in foreign investments for the sixth consecutive year, the number of projects has decreased by 14% compared to the previous year. France ranks third in the number of jobs created per project, behind Germany and Spain, according to Emmanuel Macron. He attributes this to a focus on research and development, activities that are less job-intensive but are key for innovation in France.
Despite these challenges, more than 200 CEOs from around the world are expected to attend the event in Versailles to discuss potential investment projects in France.
The International Appeal of Choose France
The Choose France summit is an excellent opportunity for global business leaders to meet and discuss investment opportunities with French authorities. With 2024 marking a decline in foreign investments in France, this year's event is crucial for France to maintain its appeal as a premier economic destination.
The government has been working to create incentives for foreign investors, focusing on sectors like green energy, digital transformation, and advanced manufacturing. They are also keen to recruit international talent and attract researchers through initiatives such as "Choose France for Science."
Although the specific details and sectors of the new investments for 2025 have not been publicly disclosed yet, previous years have seen the summit set ambitious targets, often resulting in record-breaking commitments. Let's see what the 2025 event has in store for us!
The government is aiming to exceed the 20 billion euros investment threshold at the Choose France 2025 event, as announced by Emmanuel Macron during a regional press interview. This Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation business event in Versailles, scheduled for May 19, will focus on finance, technology, and tourism sectors, with more than 200 global CEOs set to discuss potential investment projects in these areas.
