Spain and France have concluded the fifth bilateral Economic Forum held in Paris with a shared commitment to deepen their economic partnership and enhance strategic coordination. Both countries agreed to establish a structured framework for regular ministerial-level dialogue aimed at aligning key economic priorities and strengthening cooperation.
The economic relationship between the two nations stands as one of the most significant within the European Union, supported by a high volume of trade and a strong presence of companies operating across both markets. This reflects a highly interconnected economic environment driven by mutual investment and collaboration.
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Spain and France conclude the Economic Forum with a commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation through regular high-level dialogue
The forum brought together institutional representatives and business leaders to explore opportunities for expansion, foster partnerships, and address common challenges in an increasingly complex global economic landscape. Strengthening bilateral ties was identified as a strategic priority to ensure stability and sustained growth.
A key outcome of the meeting is the agreement to hold high-level discussions twice a year, focusing on advancing economic integration, facilitating trade, and removing remaining barriers to investment. This approach is expected to contribute to a more cohesive and competitive economic relationship.
Both countries also reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing European competitiveness by promoting deeper integration of the single market, strengthening capital markets, and advancing energy interconnections. These efforts are considered essential to improving efficiency and supporting long-term economic resilience.
In addition, Spain and France emphasized the importance of expanding international partnerships and diversifying trade and investment relations through balanced and sustainable agreements that respond to evolving global conditions.
At the global level, both nations reiterated their shared responsibility to support a fair and stable multilateral economic system, ensuring that global economic transformations do not leave vulnerable economies behind and that international cooperation remains a cornerstone of development.