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Kate Forbes Signs Scotland-Greater Paris Partnership to Boost Economy and Climate Action
The partnership aims to enhance trade, climate action, and cultural exchange between Scotland and Greater Paris, home to over 12 million people, officials said.
- On Friday, Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes will sign a memorandum of understanding with Valérie Pécresse, formalising a partnership between the Scottish Government and Ile‑de‑France.
- Officials say the partnership aims to boost economic growth by creating opportunities for businesses and researchers to expand markets and develop collaborations, refocusing the Scotland–France relationship on modern priorities.
- Areas identified under the pact include climate change, cultural exchange and promoting equality, with universities, researchers and creatives encouraged to join green energy projects and collaborate with economic development agencies.
- Forbes noted the scale of Greater Paris, saying it is home to more than 12 million people and one of Europe’s most dynamic economies, while Pécresse welcomed the deal as strengthening economic, academic and cultural ties.
- The memorandum creates a framework for closer economic ties, trade missions and business delegations between Scotland and Greater Paris, leveraging Scotland’s recognised strengths, expertise and innovation.
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Boosting trade and clean energy - a new partnership agreement between the Scottish Government and Île-de-France
Partnership to increase economic opportunities with the Greater Paris Region. Scottish businesses will benefit from strengthened links with the Greater Paris Region following a new partnership agreement between the Scottish Government and Île-de-France.
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