La Rentrée 2025: An Evening of Dutch-Irish Connection at the Centre Culturel Irlandais

On Tuesday evening, we had the pleasure to host members of the Dutch and Irish business communities in Paris for La Rentrée—our annual autumn gathering marking the start of a new business season. The event took place in the stunning setting of the Centre Culturel Irlandais, a historic and cultural landmark that provided a perfect backdrop for an evening of networking, collaboration, and conversation.

Guests had the opportunity to explore the CCI’s beautiful exhibitions and atmospheric spaces, while enjoying lively exchanges with fellow professionals from across both communities. It was a unique chance to reconnect after the summer break and to meet new faces from a wide range of industries.

A recurring theme throughout the evening was the striking common ground shared between the Dutch and Irish approaches to business—particularly in areas such as open collaboration, innovation, entrepreneurship, and a strong international outlook. Whether in trade, technology, or cultural exchange, it was clear that both communities share not just similar values, but also a mutual commitment to building sustainable and forward-thinking partnerships.

The conversations and connections that took place reinforced the importance of these kinds of informal yet meaningful gatherings. We were reminded that enduring partnerships often begin with shared perspectives—and that even in a globalised world, personal relationships remain at the heart of business success.

We’d like to thank all who joined us for making the evening such a memorable one. We look forward to continuing these conversations—and building on the momentum of La Rentrée—in the months ahead.