According to Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem Al-Thani, no political motivation lies behind Qatar's investments in France. The Prime Minister further said that the country does not have any great political ambitions and that everything concerning investments in France is done after extensive coordination with the French side. So far, Qatar has acquired Paris Saint-Germain football club, 3% of energy giant Total, and stakes in building firm Vinci and in media group Lagardere.
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