Microsoft has announced a multi-billion dollar investment plan in France as part of President Emmanuel Macron’s efforts to make France a hub for tech companies. The $3.3 billion investment over 10 years is aimed at developing artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in France. Microsoft plans to open new data centers in France powered by renewable energy sources and train around 65,000 people in AI and cloud computing. The investment is part of Macron’s “Choose France” plan to attract foreign investment and create jobs. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella praised France’s efforts to become a leader in areas like AI and green energy. The investment is expected to create thousands of new jobs in France’s tech sector.