Upcoming Event: 7/28/2026
Breakfast with Ambassador Laurent Bili
Celebrating 250 Years of French-American Friendship!
"Two hundred and fifty years on, France and the United States stand together,
as they always have, at the forefront of liberty, democracy and shared ambition."
-- Laurent Bili, Ambassador of France to the United States
The Philadelphia Chapter of
The French-American Chamber of Commerce
proudly presents
Breakfast with the Ambassador
His Excellency
Laurent Bili
Ambassador of France
to the United States
International Issues
&
Economic Outlook
Celebrating 250 years of
French-American Friendship
Tuesday, July 28th, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Hosted by
1735 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA
Parking
www.SpotHero.com
7/23 Registration Deadline
As we must plan for you!
Age 21+ Event
Business Attire Suggested
$75 / person for Non-members
$50 / person for FACC Members
and Employees of
FACC Corporate Member Companies
are eligible for the discounted
FACC Member Registration Rate,
when you register with your work email
as verification of employment
The guests you register also qualify.
2026 FACC Membership Dues must be CURRENT.
Questions? Contact info@FACCphila.org
EMBASSY OF FRANCE IN THE UNITED STATES - 2026 Economic Report
FRANCE AND THE UNITED STATES - THEN, NOW, ALWAYS
Packed with key insights and up-to-date analysis, the 2026 Economic Report underlines the strength and potential of the French-American economic partnership. From trade statistics to sector-specific overviews, the 134-page report gives a comprehensive understanding of the bilateral relations and the French footprint in the United States. We've included State Profiles offering a deep dive into each U.S. state's unique relationship with France.
Let's continue to strengthen our ties and create more opportunities together!
Delaware: Pages 40-41
New Jersey: Pages 86-87
Pennsylvania: Pages 102-103
Meet the Ambassador
Laurent Bili is the Ambassador of France to the United States.
He was born on August 12, 1961 (age 64).
Academic Background
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Master’s degree in History
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Master’s degree in Political Science
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Graduate of the Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po)
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Graduate of the King Prajadhipok Institute (Thailand)
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Alumnus of the École nationale d’administration (ENA), Victor Hugo class of 199
Positions Held
Mr. Laurent Bili is Minister Plenipotentiary, First Class.
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He served in education from 1982 to 1988, then attended the École nationale d’administration (ENA) from 1989 to 1991.
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At the central administration, Directorate for Strategic and Disarmament Affairs, 1991–1993.
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Seconded to the Ministry of Defense as Deputy Diplomatic Adviser, 1993–1995.
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First Secretary and later Second Counselor in Ankara, 1995–1998.
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First Secretary and Deputy Permanent Representative of France to the Western European Union in Brussels, 1998–2000.
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Political and Security Committee Adviser, European Union, 2000–2002.
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At the central administration, Acting Deputy Director for Strategic Affairs, January–April 2002.
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Chief of Staff and then Adviser to the Minister Delegate for European Affairs, May–October 2002.
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Technical Adviser at the Diplomatic Office of the Presidency of the Republic, 2002–2007.
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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Bangkok, 2007–2009.
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Director of the Civil and Military Cabinet of the Minister of Defense, 2009–2010.
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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Ankara, 2011–2015.
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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Brasília, 2015–2017.
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At the central administration, Director General for Global Affairs, 2017–2019.
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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Beijing since September 2019.
Honors and Awards
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Knight of the National Order of the Legion of Honor
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Silver Medal of Honor for Foreign Affairs
Languages Spoken
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English
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Spanish
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Portuguese
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Turkish
His Excellency
Laurent Bili
Ambassador of France
to the United States
