Eng. Khalid Al-Falih, Minister of Energy, Industry and Mineral Resources, expressed the Kingdom's keenness on the importance of partnership and friendship with France due to its global position and veto-holding seat at the United Nations in addition to its strong economy and technological and cultural potentials. Eng. Al-Falih highlighted the NEOM Project, Solar Power and Al-Ula Tourism Project, affirming the importance of investment with the French side in these areas. Then, the first panel discussion began with participation of Minister of Commerce and Investment Dr. Majed Al-Qassabi in which he highlighted the promising investment opportunities in the Kingdom and the economic reforms in light of the Kingdom Vision 2030. The Minister of Energy pointed out to the Kingdom's efforts in boosting the energy sector. --SPA 19:37 LOCAL TIME 16:37 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w664560