Manga-inspired theme park to be built near Paris
Summary
France and Saudi Arabia have agreed to build three new theme parks near Paris, including one inspired by the Japanese manga series Dragon Ball Z. This €6 billion project was approved during a state visit by Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and aims to create around 2,000 jobs.Key Facts
- Three theme parks will be built near Cergy-Pontoise, close to Paris.
- One park will have a manga theme based on Dragon Ball Z.
- The project is funded by Qiddiya Investment Company, linked to Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund.
- Construction will happen in stages and take several years; no opening date has been announced.
- The site may be on the land of the former Mirapolis park, which closed 35 years ago.
- French President Emmanuel Macron and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman share an interest in manga.
- This deal reflects stronger ties between France and Saudi Arabia, with other agreements expected in health, transport, and energy.
- Saudi Arabia is investing in entertainment to reduce its reliance on oil income.
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