How Paris will always attract investment with Meka Brunel, ceo, Gecina

There are currently seven skyscrapers under construction in the regions business district La Défense.

The French capital is keen to capitalise on the opportunity, and is expecting a surge in occupier levels and investment.

However, the outcome of the French election which began on Sunday 23, could have an impact on investors’ business decision.

EG caught up with Gecina’s new chief executive Meka Brunel at the Gecina headquarters near the Place Vendôme in Paris’ 1st arrondissement to discuss the possible impact of the election, and Paris’ position as a premier EU banking destination.