The parc Jourdan

The ‘Cafés éphémères’

Two pop-up cafés will be open during the Rencontres. You can enjoy drinks and snacks there throughout the day.

The mural ‘Facing reality’

As part of the ‘Aix, City of Economy’ initiative, art students from the ESAAIX school have been given carte blanche to create a giant canvas mural during the Rencontres, based on the theme of the 2025 edition.

The Fnac bookshop

Fnac, France’s leading book retailer, is offering a selection of books at the Rencontres Économiques d’Aix-en-Provence that tie in with the themes addressed at the conferences: economics, business, law, sociology, the environment, CSR, etc., as well as a space where you can have books signed by guest authors. This year, the bookshop is coming to life with Cafés signatures: a series of mini-debates with authors to discover their works.

Pioneers of AI: dialogues between France and China

Cathay Capital brings together exceptional founders who are redefining the boundaries of innovation across the entire industrial chain. This moment is the result of a clear conviction: collaboration between international pioneers is now key to achieving a sustainable and high-impact society.

→ Saturday at 8:15 a.m. (Espace Bassin)

Breakfasts at Les Rencontres

To start the day off right, don’t miss the Rencontres breakfasts. These are friendly occasions where you can meet the other participants.

→ Friday at 8:15 a.m.

→ Saturday at 8:15 a.m.