Caroline Penard, general manager of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China, or CCI France Chine, said the forum and pavilion "perfectly embody our shared commitment to strengthening synergies between France, Europe, and China". She described innovation as a "lever of competitiveness and a common language" that unites the two economies.

Penard also pointed out that CCI France Chine represents over 2,200 French companies active in China. "Together, we can build an ambitious future, founded on boldness, excellence and mutual trust," she said.