BEIJING Event report • The Chamber
Beijing Gala 2026 — Human at the Heart, The Power of People
On September 19th, it was a celebration of the people who strengthen the ties between France and China every day through their dedication, creativity, leadership and generosity.
With more than 600 guests gathered at the Hyatt Regency Beijing Wangjing, the Beijing Gala 2026 reflected the remarkable vitality, diversity and collective strength of the Sino-French business community in Northern China.
Our sincere thanks go to our President Christophe Lauras, our Board Members, Ambassador of France to China H.E. Bertrand Lortholary, Christian Gianella, Minister Counsellor for Economic Affairs at the French Embassy in China, Pascal Gondrand, China Director of Business France, Thierry Berger, President of the China Committee of French Foreign Trade Advisors, and the entire Team France for their continued support and commitment to the French business community in China.
We are equally grateful to all our partners, whose trust, commitment and generosity played an essential role in making this evening possible.
A special thank you to the students and teachers of the Lycée Français de Pékin, whose moving performance of the French and Chinese anthems opened the evening with grace, emotion and pride.
We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Chiara Di Bari, Laurent Ban, Gregory Benchenafi and Jeff Ragot, whose exceptional performances brought music, emotion and energy to the Gala and created unforgettable moments for our guests.
Our gratitude also goes to all those who contributed their talent and creativity to the evening, both on stage and behind the scenes. Their dedication helped create the atmosphere, spirit and memorable moments that made this Gala truly special.
Congratulations to all the companies and leaders honoured during the CCIFC Excellence Awards 2026. Through their achievements, innovation, leadership and commitment, they embody the dynamism and ambition of the Sino-French business community.
Most importantly, thank you to every member, partner, guest and friend of the Chamber who joined us in Beijing and helped make this celebration such a meaningful occasion.
Finally, a heartfelt thank you to the CCI FRANCE CHINE team across our three branches, whose dedication and tireless work behind the scenes brought this evening to life.
Because behind every company, every project and every success story, there are people.
