We had some nice CFI events recently. During quick trips to Beijing and Bangkok, I had the chance to meet local members over lunch or coffee; it was great to catch up! That’s the spirit of CFI: wherever you are in the world, you can always reach out to members, reconnect, and share some good…
The annual philatelic program is determined by La Poste two years prior to the year of issue. A proposal for a Marguerite Chanvril stamp was reviewed by Philaposte—the division responsible for issuing new stamps—during the preparation for the upcoming 2028 program; this review took place in August 2026. By a decision dated August 28, 2026,…
Le département du Numérique, de la Culture, des Médias et des Sports auprès de sa Majesté (Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport ou DCMS) est un département exécutif du gouvernement britannique chargé de la culture, des sports et des médias. Dans un courrier en date du 9 septembre 2026, cette institution au coeur de…
(Version française ci-dessous) Producer, DJ, and lighting designer Fabrice (aka DJ Fabz) brings a unique energy to everything from corporate gatherings to intimate private celebrations. Meet a true master of ambiance. Based in Hong Kong, Fabrice Esope draws on over a decade of experience to elevate any event. Whether you are hosting an exclusive birthday…
Meet our very first CFI ambassador for Hong Kong, Clarisse, French and (Hong Kong) Chinese. Miss International Hong Kong 2026 – a woman of many roles: digital transformation consultant by day, pageant queen by night, and advocate at heart. Please tell us about yourself My name is Clarisse Achard. I was born and raised in…
During the reign of Henry IV, the Parliament of Brittany established itself permanently in Rennes and secured royal authorization to build a proper courthouse. Previously itinerant—rotating between Rennes, Nantes, and Vannes—the Parliament had been housed at the Cordeliers convent in Rennes since 1561. Following the submission of the Duke of Mercœur (leader of the Catholic…
Marking the Marie-Françoise Jeanneau philatelic centenary, the book *Marie-Françoise Jeanneau et les Amazones. Une aiguille mesurant l’espace* (“Marie-Françoise Jeanneau and the Amazons: A Needle Measuring Space”) offers an equestrian odyssey dedicated to this woman of letters—a scholar of Greek humanities and classical literature. Connecting to the legacy of the Amazons found in literature and history,…
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Franco-African-American inspirations and a passion for sharing: discover the journey of Marie Yawa ABUI, founder of “Les Délices de Marie Yawa” (Marie Yawa’s Delights). For over 15 years, Marie has been taking the taste buds of Hong Kong’s French, English, American, and international communities on an unforgettable culinary journey. From Jollof rice and Alloco to…
Special offer for CFI members at Sigma Mobile:-10% off with code CFIVIPSigma Mobile is a global eSIM provider offering instant, reliable connectivity across Asia and worldwide — Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, India, and more, plus multi-country regional bundles covering up to 14 Asian countries on a single eSIM.For mainland China, Sigma Mobile also offers a…
Lionel BOILLOT is a French entrepreneur born in 1973 in Marseille. Based in Asia for many years, he operates across industries including manufacturing, international trade, and wine. He owns a winemaking facility in the Rhône Valley and produces organic wines. Stock is available in Hong Kong and China (Shanghai and Shenzhen). Additionally, he works as…
Bangkok Shooting Experience by Caliber Security is pleased to offer CFI members a dedicated special rate for a premium full-day pistol shooting experience in Bangkok. Bangkok Shooting Experience is a professionally supervised activity with a progressive, safe, and beginner-friendly approach. The experience is conducted by Vincent Hamit under Caliber Security. He is a senior instructor…
