Treasury Minister Allan Bell will today finalise a tax agreement with a country which has recently been prominent in critcising so called 'tax havens'.
But he is confident the signing ceremony, due to take place in the Isle of Man, will underline the positive view France now has of the Island.
Here's our business editor, John Moss:
Island must reduce reliance on imported food
MNFU welcomes Tesco deal but urges more support for Manx producers
Tynwald approves changes to Resettlement Grant Scheme
Proposals include longer clawback period and reduced grant value
DEFA reviews claims of faulty roofs following social media video
It says the homes in question 'would have been constructed in accordance with the building regulations in force at the time'
Refurbishment work planned for Fenella Footbridge in Peel
It could be closed for up to four weeks