ABSTRACT
This chapter analyzes the depth of the relationship between France and the Arab Gulf countries, including risks and opportunities. The weapons market is also very important for French industry which seeks to sell its top fighter jet Rafale and others weapons to the Gulf States. The revision of the tax convention in 2009 brought several changes to the relationship. The potential corruption of the French political class by Gulf rulers is a primary concern of many in France. The Arab Springs were also a high point of political convergence between France and the Gulf countries on the international scene. France’s diplomats are also trying to increase the level of investments of Gulf countries in the French value-added industry. Gulf States are also strong partners for France on regional issues as the reconstruction of Iraq or the unresolved political crisis in Yemen. France and Gulf countries have strong and various ties covering several sectors.
