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Wednesday, July 16, 2025

The French Embassy in Kingston was abuzz on Saturday, July 12, for a reception marking the 236th anniversary of Bastille Day, the national day of France. French Ambassador to Jamaica Olivier Guyonvarch and Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson Smith delivered keynote addresses, celebrating France’s foundational ideals and highlighting the enduring friendship between France and Jamaica. The event additionally provided an opportune moment to reflect on Ambassador Guyonvarch’s accomplishments as his tenure in Jamaica concludes. Guests savoured delicious pours offered from Select Brands, Caribbean Producers of Jamaica (CPJ), Harbour Wines and Spirits, J Wray & Nephew, as well as beer from Red Stripe.
Page 2 was at the celebrations and brings highlights.

Raising a toast to the strong ties between France and Jamaica were Foreign Affairs Minister Kamina Johnson Smith and French Ambassador to Jamaica Olivier Guyonvarch.Joseph Wellington

Enjoying the celebrations were J Wray & Nephew Corporate Communications Manager Garfene Grandison (left), J Wray & Nephew Managing Director Daniel Caron and leadership coach Telecia Lindo-Johnson. Joseph Wellington

Pausing for a photo were ATL Automotive Group Service Operations Manager Jason Quaroni (right) and Total Energies Managing Director Vincent Daniault.Joseph Wellington

Harbour Wines and Spirits Commercial Manager Dr Debbian Spence-Minott shared her wine expertise with Argentinian Ambassador to Jamaica Marcelo Balbi Calvo.Joseph Wellington

Sygnus Vice-President, Wealth & Client Services Elizabeth James (left) shared the frame with Sygnus Senior Vice-President and Head of Investment Banking Greg Samuels and his Lorama Group regional sales manager wife Nicholine.Joseph Wellington

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Spotted at the event was CPJ Senior Brand Manager for Wines Gina Forrest.Joseph Wellington

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