France has evinced interest in making investment in Haryana in the areas of new and renewable energy, semi hi-speed train, management of railway stations, food processing and water and waste management.
A four-member delegation led by Ambassador-designate of France to India, Alexandre Ziegler called on Haryana Chief Minister Manohar lal on Tuesday and discussed various issues of mutual interest to explore potential areas of partnership between France and Haryana.
Alexandre apprised the Chief Minister that a special seminar of French companies would be organised in Chandigarh in the month of September, this year and Haryana could also participate in the seminar. This would help in making commercial ties between France and Haryana, he said.
The Chief Minister said that the State Government would nominate an officer to remain in touch with French Embassy in India.
He also invited Alexandre to join the Golden Jubilee year celebrations of the State on November 1 in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be chief guest.
He said that all the foreign delegates in India would be invited for the same. The partner countries of Happening Haryana Global Investors’ Summit will also be invited to these celebrations.
The Chief Minister informed the Ambassador that famous French architect le Corbusier had prepared the master plan of Chandigarh city and main event of international yoga day was organised at Capital Complex here last month in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the chief guest.
The French delegation was informed that the State Government has laid emphasis on ensuring ease of doing business. Under the new Enterprises Promotion Policy, there is a single window system for all kind of clearances for setting up of ventures in the State which is being directly monitored by the Chief Minister.
The delegation was also informed about other facilities being provided by State Government to industries.