The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs is the ministry of the Government of France that handles France’s foreign relations. Since 1855, its headquarters have been located at 37 Quai d’Orsay, close to the National Assembly.

The work of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs works to represent, defend and promote the interests of France and French nationals in all areas in foreign countries and international organizations.

Working throughout the world

• To achieve peace, security, and respect for human rights
• To promote French businesses abroad in foreign markets and France’s appeal abroad
• To help organize globalization that ensures balanced and sustainable development in the world
• To ensure the presence of France’s ideas, language, and culture while advocating cultural diversity
• To manage security and administrative services for French nationals abroad

France, the third-largest diplomacy network in the world

The Ministry is supported by a large network of embassies and consulates abroad, which work in constant collaboration with the central administration in Paris, La Courneuve and Nantes. France is the third most represented country in the world, after China and the United States.

Brochure: The French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in Brief

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/IMG/pdf/meae-en-bref_fr-09-06-22_cle8ac199.pdf