President Cyril Ramaphosa's official visit to France focused on deepening bilateral cooperation between South Africa and France across trade, education, defence, and energy.

During his trip, Ramaphosa met with President Emmanuel Macron, attended a state dinner, and signed the Agreement on the Establishment of the Joint Ministerial Commission, elevating their political dialogue forum to a structured collaboration platform.The visit also highlighted economic ties, with French companies pledging over R20.7 billion in investments during the 6th South Africa Investment Conference.

Ramaphosa emphasized the strategic partnership, noting France's role in supporting South Africa's G20 Presidency and the importance of joint efforts in infrastructure development.

A key highlight was the commemoration of the Battle of Delville Wood, where Ramaphosa paid tribute to South African soldiers who died in World War I, underscoring the nation's historical ties to France.The trip aimed to solidify cooperation at national, regional, and global levels, reflecting the enduring relationship between the two nations.