Historical background
The Franco-Jordanian Business Club (CAFRAJ) was established in August 1998. Its creation has coincided with the excellent climate of bilateral economic situations that prevailed following important investments between France and Jordan.
CAFRAJ became a member of the UCCIFE (Union of the French Chambers of Commerce and Industry Abroad) in June 2002. Thus is considered the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Jordan.
The main objectives of CAFRAJ are to develop the commercial, economic, cultural and social cooperation between France and Jordan by promoting the exchange of people, experience, equipment and capital and encouraging investment.
CAFRAJ
currently counts two hundred and nine members, directors
of Jordanian and French companies representative of most economic
sectors of activity.
The
management and the strategy of CAFRAJ are ensured by a board of
nine directors comprising four French and four Jordanian members
and headed by H.E. Doctor Abdalla ENSOUR, former Vice-Prime Minister
of Jordan.
CAFRAJ has essentially a public relations and economic mission.
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CAFRAJ today
- Some skills in the field of company support
Since 2002, the Chamber has developed its skills and its activities notably in the field of company support. From now on it is in a position to answer the demands coming from French and Jordanian companies and organizations and to play fully its role granted to the Franco-Jordanian economic cooperation.
- A unifier role of businessmen and businesswomen
The Club organizes social activities such as thematic dinners, galas and other activities allowing to create a dynamic club life and to play a unifying role. The members can meet together and compare their experiences, their information and so, create a French business network in Jordan. A quarterly bulletin is distributed. It publishes the most outstanding economic and cultural information of both countries. Finally, informal and official meetings are held.
The relations with the French Embassy in Jordan and the French Economic Department are excellent and an agreement of cooperation with the latter is under process of finalization.
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The mission of CAFRAJ
To develop commercial, economic, cultural and social cooperation and understanding between French and Jordanian businesspersons, from all walks of life, and thus, to be the bridge through which development, trade, investment and cultural and social activities can cross between France and Jordan.
To strengthen the business relationships between French and Jordanian societies, particularly with regards to small and medium enterprises.
To promote direct cooperation and coordination between French and Jordanian Chambers of Commerce and Industry and businesspersons’ associations.
To boost relations with French Chambers of Commerce and Industry, the UCCIFE and the French Trade Commission via reciprocal visits, the exchange of information, cooperation agreements, etc.
To encourage CAFRAJ members and Jordanian enterprises to participate/share in fairs and exhibitions in France, industrial and commercial missions, technical seminars, exchange visits, cultural, economic, social and commercial achievements, lectures, delegations, commercial exhibitions, conferences and workshops, etc…
To increase and promote mutual Franco-Jordanian interests in all aspects of business, whether in France or Jordan, through cooperation among individuals, firms, companies and public sectors.
To collect and distribute data/information from both the public and private sectors in France and Jordan, on by-laws and social, cultural, tourist and economic information and French and European aid programs, protocols and agreements.
To encourage the exchange of technology and data in various economic fields, including, wherever needed, technical assistance, the availability of scholarships for studying and research, etc.
To promote investments, both in France and Jordan, by taking advantage of the investment incentives and equitable relationships.
To promote tourism in both countries.
To promote the mutual patronage of major cultural and economic exhibitions and events.
To participate in official bilateral exchanges/discussions (e.g. visits from Heads of State, ministerial delegations and other official arrangements) in the two countries.
To promote/sponsor social, economic and cultural activities, thematic dinners, etc.
To issue circulars on the Club’s activities/objectives.
To maintain the CAFRAJ Website.
Promotion
of the French - Jordanian business community;