On Tuesday, 24th September 2019, IFCCI held our third Rendez-Vous of the year at MO Bar, Mandarin Orientel Hotel Jakarta. We were honored to welcome French Senator, Mr. Olivier Cadic (Sénateurs des Français de l'Etranger).

Mr. Cadic, one of the 12 senators elected to represent French citizen outside France, was introduced to the guests by Mr. Philippe Augier, IFCCI's Chairman. During his official visit to Asia, Mr. Cadic made a stop in Indonesia and IFCCI's Rendez-Vous was the medium for Mr. Cadic to meet with a community of French professionals who represents the biggest French companies in Indonesia.

Mr. Cadic also presented an honorary award, a medallion to IFCCI's former Chairman and President Director of Fratekindo Jaya Gemilang, Alain-Pierre Mignon.

On Wednesday, 21st August 2019, IFCCI held our Forum Group Discussion, focusing on Halal Lifestyle and Regulations as our main topic.

Mr. Sapta Nirwandar, widely known as Indonesia's former Deputy Minister of Tourism, who is now the Chairman and Founder of Indonesia Halal Lifestyle Center was our first speaker. Mr. Sapta provided his research and knowledge on the economical and industrial aspects of Halal lifestyle, and the potential it holds for the Indonesian economy. Our next speaker, Dr. Hj. Subandriyah MM, is a representative of the Halal Product Assurance Body that works under direct order of the Ministry of Religious Affairs. Mr. Christopher Johnston served as the moderator of our discussion.

This discourse was important to be brought up, considering the rising curiosity towards Indonesia's newest Halal regulations that will soon be implemented. Several guests were present during the discussion. They contributed several questions that were directed to the speakers, resulting in an interactive and informative discussion.

IFCCI held the monthly event called "IFCCI Rendezvous" on March 19th 2019 at MO Bar, Mandarin Oriental Jakarta and was honored by HE Arrmanatha Christiawan NASIR, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Indonesia to France.

Various international food options was offered with selection of French cheese along with free-flow wine. In a festive atmosphere, IFCCI gathered dear friends, members and distinguished guests.