Key Points

  1. French President Emmanuel Macron hosted German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier for a state visit, marking the latest step in strengthening Franco-German relations.
  2. The visit comes after the 26th Franco-German Council of Ministers, which took place in July 2026, and aims to pursue shared strategic commitments for European security and cooperation.
  3. The two leaders visited several French and European companies, including The Exploration Company and ArianeGroup, to showcase industrial and technological excellence and cooperation in space and science.

Why This Visit Matters

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier for a state visit, marking the latest step in strengthening Franco-German relations and cooperation on European and international issues.

The visit comes after the 26th Franco-German Council of Ministers, which took place in July 2026, and aims to pursue shared strategic commitments for European security and cooperation.

At a Glance

Main CompanyThe Exploration Company
French aerospace company visited by the German President
Main ExecutiveEmmanuel Macron
French President hosting the German President for a state visit
OrganizationFranco-German Council of Ministers
Previous meeting that laid the groundwork for this visit
RegulatorEuropean Union
Context for the bilateral talks and cooperation
LocationParis, France
Where the state visit took place
CountryFrance
Host country for the visit
IndustryAerospace
Sector visited by the German President

Behind the Bilateral Talks

Behind the Bilateral Talks

The two leaders visited several French and European companies, including The Exploration Company and ArianeGroup, to showcase industrial and technological excellence and cooperation in space and science.

These visits demonstrate the importance of Franco-German cooperation in these key areas and highlight the shared ambition for a stronger European Union.

What's Next for Franco-German Cooperation

What's Next for Franco-German Cooperation

The visit marks a significant step in strengthening Franco-German relations and cooperation on European and international issues.

The two leaders will continue to work together to pursue shared strategic commitments, including cooperation in space and science.