Trade Policy and Agreements

France shapes European trade policy:

Multilateral Engagement

Through the EU, France participates in: - World Trade Organization membership - G7 and G20 coordination - OECD policy development - International standards bodies - Climate trade initiatives

Bilateral Agreements

EU agreements affect France: - CETA with Canada (controversial ratification) - Japan agreement opening markets - Mercosur deal (agricultural concerns) - UK post-Brexit arrangements - US negotiations stalled

Trade Defense

France advocates protection against unfair competition: - Anti-dumping duties on Chinese products - Safeguards for sensitive sectors - Carbon border adjustment promotion - Digital services tax despite US pressure - Agricultural exception defense

The balance between opening markets and protecting interests remains delicate.