Bernard Arnault, CEO of LVMH, advocates for a free trade zone between the EU and the US, warning that unresolved trade tensions could harm European industries. He emphasizes the need for European leaders to negotiate effectively with the US, criticizing the EU's bureaucratic approach. Arnault also mentions the impact of corporate tax increases in France and the potential need to expand US operations due to tariffs. Protests against wealth inequality occurred outside the meeting, highlighting demands for higher taxes on the rich.