On December 5th, 2024, the CCI FRANCE CHINE hosted its annual South China Gala at the prestigious Ritz Carlton Guangzhou, drawing a crowd of over 500 guests, including industry leaders, entrepreneurs, diplomats, and influential figures. The Gala followed the outstanding third edition of the Sino-French GBA Business Summit, promoting and showcasing cross-cultural synergy and cooperation.

This year’s Gala was a particularly special occasion, as it marked the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France. Themed "Celebrating Six Decades of Sino-French Brilliance," the evening was a testament to the enduring and mutually beneficial cooperation between the two nations. The event featured insightful speeches, a Lucky Draw with generous prizes, an upscale dîner à la française, and an Award Ceremony that highlighted the strong cultural and economic ties that have flourished over the past six decades.

The evening commenced with insightful speeches from prominent figures:  Rémi Paul, President of CCI FRANCE CHINE and Sylvain Fourrière, Consul General of France in Guangzhou. Their words emphasized the importance of Sino-French relations and the shared history of cooperation and mutual respect.

Special thanks were extended to several distinguished guests whose presence underscored the significance of the event. These included Christian Gianella, Head of the Regional Economic Service China at the Embassy; Jérôme Coustans, Director of Business France Guangzhou Office and their Inward Investment Department; ; and Jean-Michel Monjon, Vice-President of the China Committee of France's Foreign Trade Advisors.