Amman, May 20 (Petra) – 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