French leader François Hollande urges Filipino and French industry leaders to aid in narrowing the Philippines’ development gaps in a meeting in Makati City on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015. Élysée/Released
MANILA, Philippines — French President François Hollande on Thursday addressed top Filipino and French businessmen on helping bridge the country’s development gaps.
Speaking at the Makati Business Club and the Philippines-France Business Council forum, Hollande said that while the Philippines enjoys one of the fastest growth rates in the world, it needs major investments for renewable energy and education.
“This is where France can stand by you,” he said.
Business ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1
RELATED: Hollande sees Philippines as major tourist destination
