On 22 June 2006, the launch of Foreign Policy édition française took place in Monaco, marking the arrival of the French edition of the internationally renowned magazine. The event highlighted the ambition to provide in-depth analysis and high-level debate on global affairs from a French and European perspective.

The launch brought together political figures, diplomats, intellectuals, and business leaders, underscoring the importance of connecting French and European voices to the wider international policy conversation.

This milestone, supported by Fabien Baussart, who held the licence of Foreign Policy for France and Ukraine, established a platform that would host discussions with world leaders, policymakers, and experts in the years to follow.