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:
Warning against parking illegally at Douglas War Memorial
Constabulary says it has received a 'number of complaints'
Liverpool Airport patient quiet lounge to stay in its current location permanently
Manx Breast Cancer Support Group says it's 'really pleased'
Fine for Douglas man who subjected taxi driver to racist abuse
67-year-old also refused to pay his fare
Weather warning issued for Thursday as high winds and tides continue
Yellow warning in place for coastal overtopping and inner harbour flooding
Isle of Man marks World Suicide Prevention Day
Between 2020-24, 68 suicides were recorded on the Island