A delegation from Saudi French Business Council including Saudi businessmen specialized in IT visited France from 20 to 24 of May 2008. Saudi Ambassador to France Dr. Mohammad bin Ismail Al Al-Sheikh hosted a reception party in the honor of the delegation which was attended by French Ambassador to the Kingdom. Dr. Al Al-Sheikh hailed the efforts exerted by the Saudi French Business Council to develop economic and trade cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of France, capitalizing on the distinguished relationships binding both countries.