Addis Ababa: Ethiopia is becoming a key destination for the development of French companies on the African continent, Chairman of the French Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Industry – a French business support network, Poujade said.
Addressing the event celebrating the induction of the former French Business Association in Ethiopia (CAFE) into the esteemed CCI France International (CCI FI) network, Olivier Poujade announced that the association is ‘becoming part of the international chamber network.’
According to him, the historic return of CCI FI to Ethiopia after 90-years recognizes that the country is becoming a very key destination for the development of French companies on the African continent.
The first French Chamber of Commerce was here in Ethiopia in 1932, the chairman said, adding that ‘we are reconnecting 92 years later.’
For the chairman, France has always been very connected with Ethiopian development.
French Ambassador to Ethiopia, Remi Marechaux, recalled that the first chamber of comme
rce in Ethiopia was established in 1932, followed by diverse activities in the region, including railway, industry, trade and telecommunication, among others.
The ambassador reiterated the commitment of France to continue supporting the ongoing economic reform of the country through the engagement of the French Development Agency.
CCI France International is an influential network that connects French chambers of commerce around the world, fostering international business relationships and supporting French enterprises globally, it was learned.
Founded in 1907, CCI France International is dedicated to the mission of uniting and leading the French Chambers of Commerce and Industry abroad (CCI FI) across more than 90 countries.
Source: Ethiopian News Agency