Malta Chamber of SMEs hosts inspiring Women in Business event
30 March 2026
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The Malta Chamber of SMEs President, Mr Paul Abela, and COO, Mr Andrew Aquilina, recently held a cordial meeting with H.E. Sandrine Lelong-Motta, Ambassador of France to Malta, alongside Mr Pierric Bonnard, Executive Director of Business France and Ms Lea Bouilhot.
The discussions focused on identifying potential areas of collaboration between the Malta Chamber of SMEs and French business networks, with a particular emphasis on strengthening partnerships between Maltese and French businesses. Both sides explored ways to enhance communication and visibility of opportunities available to Maltese companies in France, aiming to foster trade, investment, and knowledge exchange.
Mr Abela highlighted the importance of international cooperation for the growth of Maltese SMEs, noting that stronger ties with French businesses could open new markets and facilitate mutual learning. Mr Aquilina emphasised the Chamber’s commitment to supporting its members in exploring cross-border opportunities and building strategic relationships.
The meeting marked an important step in reinforcing Malta-France business relations, with both parties agreeing to continue dialogue and explore practical initiatives that could benefit SMEs on both sides.
This engagement reflects the Malta Chamber of SMEs’ ongoing mission to create international opportunities, promote collaboration, and support the sustainable growth of Maltese businesses in global markets.

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