The Ministry 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. Ministers Ministers are appointed by the President of the Republic on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. Meet the four ministers of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. Diplomatic network With its extensive network of embassies and consulates abroad, France has the third largest diplomatic network in the world. Vital diplomatic work conducted from France Although the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs is working on all continents with the world’s third largest diplomatic network, some services are based in France. This is where a number of crucial activities for the smooth running of the Ministry are conducted. Iconic locations The Kings of France always had a foreign policy, but to begin with they handled it alone, directly with other sovereigns. They had diplomatic counsellors and set up temporary or permanent embassies. At the end of the 15th century, four secretaries of state shared correspondence with the provinces...