News item | 28-01-2022 | 12:09
Minister Hoekstra will travel to Paris today to speak with his French colleagues, Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian and State Secretary for European Affairs Clément Beaune.
The ministers will speak on various topics, including the bilateral relationship, climate policy and tensions on Ukraine’s border with Russia.
Important partner
France is an important partner within the EU. The Netherlands and France work closely together in many areas, including sustainable economic growth, green and digital transition, democratic values and the rule of law. The Netherlands and France also share the ambition to strengthen Europe’s role as a global player.