Saudi Arabia Invests $7 Billion to Build Second Dragon Ball Z Theme Park in France

Summary

Saudi Arabia has announced a $7 billion investment to build the world's second Dragon Ball Z theme park in France, following the first one already under construction in Qiddiya City near Riyadh. The plan was unveiled immediately after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the French capital. According to Reuters, the idea stemmed from a shared passion for Dragon Ball Z between French President Emmanuel Macron and the Crown Prince during Macron's 2025 visit to Saudi Arabia. President Macron expressed enthusiasm, stating that the investment would create jobs and help France achieve ambitious projects. For fans and anime enthusiasts, this means a new immersive Dragon Ball-themed park in Europe, offering a fresh entertainment experience. From an industry perspective, Saudi Arabia has been aggressively investing in global entertainment, from acquiring golf tournaments to investing in game companies like Electronic Arts, and now directly developing theme parks. This move highlights the kingdom's strategy to expand its global influence through popular culture IPs. It also showcases France's proactive stance in attracting international investment and its appreciation for anime culture. For the Dragon Ball IP, multiple theme parks will further cement its status as one of the world's most beloved anime brands, driving tourism and related industries. This initiative is expected to…