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France
  • Imports from France A$3,817 million
  • Exports to France A$1,077 million
  • Capital Paris
  • Official Language French
  • Surface Area 552,000 sq km
  • Population 63.4 million

Market profile

Doing Business

France is a leading industrialised country with a mature and sophisticated market economy. GDP is dominated by the services sector. France is the world's fifth largest exporter — the European Union as a bloc is France's most important trading partner.

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Country Profile

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  • ECONOMIC CLIMATE
    The French economy is exceptionally diversified and is among the largest economies in the EU, as such it offers an attractive option for investment.
    » read more at DFAT
  • TRADE RELATIONS
    Australia’s relations with France are positive and friendly. Dialogue and practical cooperation between the two countries have been strengthening on many fronts in recent years.
    » read more at DFAT
  • POLITICAL CLIMATE
    France is a parliamentary democracy with a President elected by universal suffrage for a five-year term.
    » read more at DFAT

Industries

ICT to France

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OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises

Multinational Enterprises should be aware of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises that provide voluntary principles and standards for responsible business behaviour in a variety of areas, consistent with applicable domestic laws. These Guidelines are endorsed and promoted by the Australian Government. For more information, go to the AusNCP website.

  • International Readiness Indicator

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    Austrade's International Readiness Indicator is an online tool to help Australian businesses determine whether they are ready for exporting.

    International Readiness Indicator

  • How Austrade can help

    Austrade provides information and advice to assist Australian companies reduce the time, cost and risk of exporting.

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