ABC France Advisory Board
Abdul Qadir BAHMAN
Advisory Board Member
Abdul Qadir Bahman, born in Afghanistan and residing in France, is a business executive with over 15 years of experience in business administration and organizational development. He is the founder of three organizations: 1. The International Chamber of Commerce in Afghanistan (ICC Afghanistan), headquartered in Paris, France, where he served as Secretary General until 2020, before being elected Vice Chairman. 2. The World Trade Center Kabul, headquartered in New York, USA, where he has served as Founder CEO since 2020. 3. Recently, he founded the Afghanistan Business Council France (ABC France) to strengthen business ties between France and Afghanistan.
Mr. Bahman holds an Executive MBA with a specialization in management. He has played a crucial role in reactivating the TIR system in Afghanistan, advocating for the ratification of the New York Convention, and publishing Incoterms in Farsi/Dari and Pashto. He speaks English, French, Urdu, Pashto, and Dari/Farsi.
Ghulam Nabi HABIBI
Advisory Board Member
Ghulam Nabi Habibi is an internationally trained specialist in business and a seasoned consultant with extensive experience in international trade and business intelligence. He has completed advanced studies in electrical engineering and industrial automation at DUT and CNAM in Dijon, France. As the owner of French Business & Consulting in France, Mr. Habibi has successfully linked companies and promoted brands in new markets, managed major business meetings, and organized business trips between France and the Middle East. He has held key positions, including Technical Sales Engineer and Trainer at Cd’élec, Sales Director at Activ’Energie Nouvelle, and Founder of his own energy company.
He is fluent in multiple languages, including French, English, Pashto, Dari/Persian, and Urdu. Mr. Habibi combines technical expertise with strong negotiation and training skills, making him a valuable asset in the renewable energy sector and beyond.
- Email:nabi.acci@gmail.com
Zabihullah ZIARMAL
Advisory Board Member
A self-made entrepreneur, Zabihullah Ziarmal, serves as Chairman and CEO of CEFE Group International, with a presence in major global markets. CEFE Group, as an International Trading and Investment business house, has a diverse portfolio that has its roots spread to multiple sectors including Investments, Logistics, Real Estate Development, and Trading. He is also the Chairman of World Trade Center Kabul Afghanistan.
About Advisory Board
The ABC France Advisory Board is established to provide strategic guidance, expertise, and support to further the mission and objectives of ABC France. Comprised of honorary accomplished professionals and business experts, the Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in shaping the direction and initiatives of ABC France, ensuring its continued success and impact within the Franco-Afghan business community.
The mission of the ABC France Advisory Board is to provide counsel, insight, and strategic direction to ABC France, contributing to its growth, effectiveness, and relevance in fostering business connections, innovation, and economic development between France and Afghanistan.
- Offer strategic guidance and recommendations on key initiatives, programs, strategies and policies of ABC France.
- Provide expertise, knowledge, and insights on emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities within the Franco-Afghan business landscape.
- Assist in identifying and prioritizing areas for growth, collaboration, and impact.
- Serve as ambassadors and advocates for ABC France, promoting its mission and activities within their respective networks and communities.
- Support the development and implementation of innovative strategies to enhance the effectiveness and reach of ABC France.
- The Advisory Board shall consist of up to 15 eminent personalities from diverse business and diplomatic backgrounds to provide a mix of expertise necessary for the organization.
- Members will serve for a two-year term with the possibility of renewal for a second two-year term.
- The Board Chairperson and Vice Chairpersons, shall be elected/appointed from among the Board members for a two-year term.
- Regular meetings: Conducted physically or virtually with over half of its members present.
- Chairperson role: Chairing meetings or delegating authority to Vice Chairs in their absence.
- Decision-making: Decisions based on majority votes; Chairperson’s vote decisive in case of a tie.
- Frequency: Meetings held quarterly, with emergency meetings convened based on Chairperson’s recommendation and approval of over half of the Board members.
- Minutes: Proceedings and resolutions minutely recorded, circulated, and formally approved in subsequent meetings.
- Prestigious association: Access to VIP treatment at events, conferences, and gatherings, both nationally and internationally.
- Networking opportunities: Board members can expand their networks by connecting with other accomplished professionals and industry experts in France, Afghanistan and other countries.
- Access to information: Members receive advanced access to ABC France events, publications, and international business reports, staying informed about significant business and economic trends.
- Professional development: Participation in the Advisory Board provides opportunities to share challenges and solutions with peers, discover best practices, and influence strategic directions.
- Influence and impact: Advisory Board Members have the opportunity to shape ABC France’s strategies and policies, contributing to the organization’s success and impact within the Franco-Afghan business community.