As part of a major summit held at the Palais Garnier and concluded at the Élysée Palace, Rachida Dati, Minister of Culture, addressed participants to reaffirm the French government’s commitment to the cultural and creative industries (CCIs). This high-level event, focused on artificial intelligence, technological innovation, and ecological transition, placed the spotlight on the music sector—now a key driver of transformation.
Opening the summit alongside Alexander Neef, Director of the Paris Opera, the Minister emphasized France’s intent to balance technological progress with ethical responsibility, especially in light of the rapid changes brought on by digital technologies and AI. She highlighted the “Alternative Verte” initiative under France 2030, designed to support the green transition of CCIs, while announcing an additional €500 million investment dedicated to the music sector. This funding will be made available through loans, equity investments, and grants, aiming to boost cooperation, creation, and the industry’s capacity to adapt.
The summit was structured around three major themes:
- New Impulses in Music, where global figures such as Lyor Cohen (YouTube), Dustee Jenkins (Spotify), Robert Kyncl (Warner Music), and Lisa Yang (Goldman Sachs) provided a comprehensive overview of global trends, including the evolution of streaming and the rise of new creative formats.
- Co-constructing a Fair and Creative Future, which addressed the recognition of artists in the digital economy and the challenges posed by generative AI, with contributions from Deezer, GESAC, Sacem, and Universal Music France.
- The New Frontiers of Growth, focusing on live music, emerging markets, and adaptive strategies. This segment featured major players such as Live Nation, Sony Music France, SM Entertainment, and artists Camille and Clément Ducol.
The day concluded with a celebration of French creative success stories, led by Pedro Winter, Emmanuel de Buretel, and Jean-Baptiste Gourdin (Centre National de la Musique), before President Emmanuel Macron officially closed the summit at the Élysée Palace, in conjunction with the Fête de la Musique.
This key cultural and political moment reaffirmed music’s central role in France’s broader cultural strategy, grounded in innovation, sovereignty, and sustainability.
