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The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Jordan (CAFRAJ) held its annual general assembly meeting, attended by French Ambassador to Jordan Franck Gellet and chamber members as part of efforts to strengthen economic ties between Jordan and France.

During the meeting, the chamber presented its audited financial report for 2025 and reviewed key achievements and activities carried out over the past year, in addition to discussing future priorities and plans.

According to a statement issued Wednesday, the assembly elected a new board of directors for the 2026-2028 term by acclamation. The board, chaired by Ahmad Armoush, includes representatives from economic and investment sectors in Jordan and France.

Armoush praised the efforts of the previous board and expressed appreciation for the continued support provided by the French Embassy in Amman toward enhancing bilateral economic cooperation.

For his part, Ambassador Gellet highlighted CAFRAJ’s role in promoting trade and investment relations between the two countries and attracting new investors. He pointed to opportunities linked to Syria's reconstruction and Jordan's strategic regional position and stability.

Founded in 1998, CAFRAJ joined the French International Chamber of Commerce and Industry network in 2002 and is now part of a global network of 126 French bilateral chambers operating in 95 countries.

The chamber works to support business cooperation and strengthen economic and trade relations between Jordan and France.

//Petra// AK