France's e-commerce 'national pavilion' to boost China business ties

China Global Television Network (CGTN) - Sep 17, 2026

France has become the first European Union country to launch a "national pavilion" on Chinese social media and e-commerce platform Douyin, marking a new step in cooperation in cross-border e-commerce and digital trade.

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