Global Trade Talk: Macron Leads G7‑China Meeting

Emmanuel Macron will chair a video meeting on Thursday, bringing together the G7 nations and China to tackle global trade imbalances. The call also includes the International Monetary Fund and other partners, aiming to find concrete steps that level the playing field.

Key points

• Participants:
  • G7 – United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom
  • China – a major trading partner
  • IMF and other international partners

• Objective: Reduce trade imbalances so no country gains an unfair advantage or suffers a disproportionate disadvantage.

• Expected outcome: Clear actions that foster cooperation and promote stronger global growth.

Macron sees this dialogue as evidence of a renewed willingness among China, the United States and Europe to collaborate on economic policy. The online format allows participants across time zones to join, marking a step toward a more balanced global economy.