Following political upsets such as Brexit and the US election outcome, investors are braced for the possibility that far-right candidate Marine Le Pen could become the next French president – dealing the EU yet another body blow. Timothy Conley reports.
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French cities eye potential Brexit spoils
More than six months after the Brexit referendum, the precise conditions under which the UK will leave the EU remain unknown. This has not deterred France from going after new business opportunities, however, and investment agencies around the country are working on plans to attract more UK-based companies. Cecile Sourbes reports.
Taking France to the world
Axelle Lemaire, the French minister of state for the digital sector and innovation, tells Sebastian Shehadi why France is emulating the US to think globally in its bid to boost its fintech sector at home and abroad.
French ambassador to UK: “Collaboration stronger than ever”
The French ambassador to the UK has defied Brexit confusion to reaffirm the two countries’ relationship.
Calais left high and dry by Europe's migrant crisis
Europe's refuge crisis is taking its toll on the French coastal city of Calais where, as Natasha Turak reports, tourist numbers and commerce have decreased over the past year, put off by the unrest brought about by the 'Calais jungle' migrant camp.
Paris's grand plans
The 'Grand Paris' initiative aims to increase the population and size of the French capital by incorporating the greater Paris region into the city. Jean Louis Missika, deputy mayor of Paris, tells Natasha Turak about the transport, housing and environmental projects in the pipeline to help the city realise this vision.
Business France releases 2015 annual report
Job creation and retention as a result of foreign investment reached record highs in France in 2015, according to an annual report by Business France.
French campaign promotes opportunities for UK investors
France's strengths in R&D, nuclear and high-tech manufacturing – as well as in food and luxury goods – were highlighted at an event in London’s East End hosted by development agency Business France.
Year-on-year declines in North American FDI in France
FDI from North America into France recorded year-on-year declines between January 2012 and December 2014.
Eurostar launches new route from London to Lyon
A new connection between the UK capital London and French city Lyon by high-speed railway operator Eurostar is expected to boost visitor numbers to the central-eastern French city.
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