Franco-British partnerships on Science and Society
Scientific innovation and discovery are at the forefront of international cooperation to address global challenges and advance the frontiers of scientific knowledge. Artificial Intelligence, renewable energy, climate science, advancements in healthcare and space exploration will dominate future scientific discussions and collaboration between France and the UK.
The Franco-British Council regularly brings together government, experts, industry, academics and civil society to discuss and promote cooperation between the two countries.
In December 2023, the Franco-British Council agreed to work in partnership with the Franco-British Data Society
Coming soon – Free trade conference “Power and trade” – Paris, 12th January 2026
The Franco-British Council is pleased to invite you to a conference on the theme of free trade: “Power and Trade”.
Monday 12th January 2026, from 1.30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Colbert Room, 128 Rue de l’Université, 75007 Paris
The tariff offensives of the American administration, in a context of declining international trade regulation, have caused shock and opened negotiations. What do these moves reveal? The link between the assertion of power and the development of trade evolves over time and is perceived differently depending on the region. France and the United Kingdom have contrasting histories on this subject and, today, different institutional positions. This conference will offer a comparative perspective on this topic, addressing political, economic, and historical angles.
The US administration’s tariff offensives, in a context of declining international trade regulation, have caused shock and opened negotiations. What do these movements reveal? The link between the assertion of power and the development of trade evolves over time and is perceived differently across different areas. France and the United Kingdom have contrasting histories on this subject and, today, a different institutional position, within and outside the European Union. This conference will allow for a dual perspective on the political, economic and historical dimensions of a topical issue.
The programme and list of speakers will be announced soon.
Please confirm your attendance by replying by email to info@francobritish.org before Wednesday 31st December 2025.
Seminar on “AI from the top, AI from the ground” – Paris, February 2025
Ahead of the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit which was hosted by France in Paris on 10-11th February and as part of the Franco-British Council’s work on Science and Society, the Franco-British Council hosted a conference on “AI from the top, AI from the ground” on 5th February 2025 at the Ministry of Economy, Finance, Industrial & Digital Sovereignty in Paris Bercy with Franco-British speakers from the industry. The report from the conference is available to read here and news here
Seminar on the issue of “Artificial Intelligence and information warfare” – London, July 2024
In July 2024, the Franco-British Council hosted a one-day seminar at University College London in partnership with Inria and the Franco-British Data Society on “Artificial Intelligence and Information Warfare”. The report from the conference is available to read here
