https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/manga-inspired-theme-park-to-be-built-near-parisContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/manga-inspired-theme-park-to-be-built-near-parishttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/manga-inspired-theme-park-to-be-built-near-paris#u49783Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:36:12 +0000France and Saudi Arabia agreed Monday to construct three theme parks in the Paris suburbs. The project includes a $7 billion investment from Saudi Arabia and features an attraction based on Dragon Ball Z. The Elysee Palace announced the deal during a visit by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the French capital. President Emmanuel Macron compared the scale of the project to the construction of Disneyland. Qiddiya, a Saudi Arabian subsidiary, will lead the development of the entertainment complex.Why it mattersThe deal links Saudi investment with Japanese pop culture exports in Europe. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/manga-inspired-theme-park-to-be-built-near-parishttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/manga-inspired-theme-park-to-be-built-near-paris#u48835Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:30:45 +0000France and Saudi Arabia agreed on Monday to build a manga-themed entertainment complex near Paris. The project involves a €6 billion ($7 billion) investment from Saudi Arabia to develop three theme parks, including an attraction based on Dragon Ball Z. Qiddiya, a Saudi Arabian subsidiary, will lead the development. The agreement follows a visit by the Saudi Crown Prince to meet with President Emmanuel Macron.Why it mattersThe deal stems from a shared interest in manga between President Macron and the Saudi Crown Prince. The project represents a significant foreign investment in French tourism