Santo Domingo is set to host France Week from November 12 to 15 at the JW Marriott Hotel, organized by the Franco-Dominican Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIFD). This prestigious event, themed “Blue Economy and Smart Cities,” will bring together over 800 participants, including business leaders, investors, and government officials, to strengthen economic ties between France and the Dominican Republic. The forum will focus on key areas such as sustainable mobility, energy innovation, waste management, and green finance, aiming to foster collaboration and showcase cutting-edge projects. The opening day on November 12 will feature a welcome cocktail to celebrate Franco-Dominican business excellence. On November 13, President Luis Abinader will officially inaugurate the event alongside CCIFD President Eury Vásquez and French representatives. Sessions will highlight technological innovation and the energy transition, followed by a business luncheon led by Minister Ito Bisonó and B2B meetings to connect companies across sectors. The event will conclude on November 15 with a cultural day celebrating French art and elegance, including a conference at the Alliance Française and the Chic à la Française Walk at Blue Mall, offering exclusive activities for visitors. France Week, held biennially, is organized by the CCIFD, a non-profit network of over 210 companies dedicated to promoting economic relations between the two nations. The event is supported by the French Embassy, ProDominicana, Business France, AFD, Proparco, Sofratesa, Aerodom/Vinci Airports, Alstom, Altice Dominicana, and Banco Popular Dominicano, among others.
Franco-Dominican Chamber to Celebrate France Week 2025 in Santo Domingo
