On June 26, the Luxembourg competition authority welcomed a delegation from the French competition authority, led by President Benoît Cœuré and including several vice-presidents and key legal officials. The meeting was characterized by rich exchanges and discussions on future cooperation.

During the meeting, both authorities presented their respective areas of expertise, highlighting the statutory and procedural differences that exist across the border. They specifically discussed merger control and the detection of anticompetitive practices, particularly in public procurement markets.

The cultural and linguistic affinities between France and Luxembourg facilitated these discussions, which are deemed particularly valuable for the Luxembourg authority. They expressed a strong desire to collaborate closely on strategic issues, especially concerning cross-border practices.

President Pierre Barthelmé emphasized the importance of the French competition authority's role on the international stage, stating that it is an honor for Luxembourg to contribute to this collective dynamic and to count France as a key partner.

This meeting marks a significant step in strengthening the long-standing ties between the two authorities and lays the groundwork for a sustainable collaboration in the future.