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At Bilateral Solutions, we take an interest in the ideas, industries and developments shaping the future. Looking beyond our day-to-day work and remaining open to new perspectives helps us recognise emerging opportunities and understand why responsible and sustainable development matters.

In the context of IMARC 2026, our Managing Director, Martine Joly, attended the Choose France for its Critical Minerals Industry conference on 28 October in Sydney. Organised by the French Embassy in Australia, Business France and DIAMMS (the French Interministerial Delegation for the Supply of Strategic Minerals and Metals), the afternoon brought together representatives from government, industry and investment to showcase France’s critical minerals industry. The conference explored the latest market developments, industrial projects and investment opportunities supporting the energy transition, while highlighting the potential for greater cooperation between France and Australia.

Bilateral Solutions was proud to be a key sponsor of the event, supporting initiatives that encourage innovation, knowledge sharing and international collaboration.

A closer look at France’s critical minerals industry

The conference provided insight into France’s approach to developing its critical minerals sector, including its mineral resources, industrial capabilities and business environment. Discussions covered investment opportunities and the development of sustainable and secure critical minerals value chains, highlighting the importance of these resources to technology, industrial development and the global energy transition.

For businesses and investors, understanding these developments offers a valuable perspective on how international markets are evolving and where future opportunities may emerge.

Broadening perspectives and looking ahead

For Martine, the afternoon offered valuable insight into France’s ambitions in critical minerals, its industrial ecosystem and the opportunities available to international businesses and investors. It also provided a clearer understanding of Business France’s role in supporting French companies internationally and attracting foreign investment into France.

The conference highlighted the potential for further cooperation between France and Australia in this strategically important sector. More broadly, it was an opportunity to look beyond familiar industries, gain a better understanding of different markets and broaden our perspective on the developments shaping tomorrow’s business environment.

Supporting responsible opportunities for the future

At Bilateral Solutions, remaining open to different industries, ideas and ways of doing business is part of who we are. Our support for French Sustainable Mining Days reflects our interest in the industries shaping the future and our belief in the value of innovation, collaboration and responsible development.

We are pleased to support initiatives that bring together expertise and perspectives, encouraging businesses and industries to evolve towards a more sustainable and resilient future.