The European-Chinese partnership and its impact on the future of the global economy

The European-Chinese partnership and its impact on the future of the global economy

The 2026 Davos Economic Forum witnessed significant political and economic developments, most notably the speech by French President Emmanuel Macron, who presented a different vision for managing international economic relations in a period marked by heightened trade tensions and slowing global growth. The speech was not delivered in a traditional, protocol-driven manner, but rather carried profound strategic dimensions, particularly concerning the relationship between Europe and China, and the role of investment in revitalizing the global economy. This speech comes against a complex international backdrop, where the global economy is suffering from the cumulative effects of successive crises, from the COVID-19 pandemic to the war in Ukraine, and including disruptions to supply chains and rising inflation rates. These factors have led many countries to adopt protectionist policies that have negatively impacted global trade and eroded trust among economic partners. Therefore, Macron at…