A French business delegation led by Alexandre Ziegler, Ambassador of France to India, met Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik in September to explore investment opportunities in the state. The Chief Minister requested the French companies to invest in the state and participate in the second ‘Make in Odisha conclave’ scheduled to be held in Bhubaneswar from November 11 to 15.

“Honoured to meet CM of #Odisha, @Naveen_Odisha with a French business delegation. Thank you for an insightful conversation on how to increase our footprint in this fast growing state! #franceinindia,” the French Ambassador tweeted. The delegation said that since Odisha has the appropriate environment for financial investment, France will put in efforts to boost commercial ties with the state. France has expressed its intent to invest in the hotel, steel, electrical appliances, energy and other sectors, said a statement from the Chief Minister’s Office.