A delegation led by Ambassador of France Mr. Francois Richier called on the Minister of state (I/C) for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today. Both sides discussed issues of mutual cooperation in the field of oil and Gas. Shri Pradhan emphasized on increase in participation of French oil & gas companies in Indian hydrocarbon sector. The two sides agreed to continue cooperation in all existing areas and explore avenues of cooperation in other possible areas of oil & gas sector.