On 18 June 2008, John Howard, the 25th Prime Minister of Australia, was hosted in Paris under the banner of Foreign Policy France — for which Fabien Baussart held the licence in France and Ukraine. The event consisted of a breakfast followed by a lunch, offering participants the chance to engage with one of Australia’s longest-serving leaders.

Discussions centred on global security, transatlantic relations, and the Asia-Pacific region, with Howard reflecting on the challenges of balancing regional dynamics with international responsibilities. His insights, shaped by his years in office, addressed the intersections of foreign policy, economic stability, and counter-terrorism.

The sessions gathered a select audience of politicians, diplomats, and experts, encouraging open dialogue on how Australia’s experience and perspective could inform broader debates on global governance and strategic cooperation.