CICA to Hold Its 2026 Annual Conference in Paris Following Its General Assembly and Board Meeting
The World Construction Association (CICA) will convene its Board Meeting and General Assembly in Paris, France, on 3 November 2026, followed by its Annual Conference on 4 November, under the theme “Building What Matters: Aligning Development Ambitions with Industry Expertise.” These events will bring together prominent representatives of international institutions, professional organizations, and key stakeholders from the construction and infrastructure sectors.
The meetings and conference will provide an important platform for discussing the future of the construction industry, strengthening international cooperation, and promoting the exchange of expertise and best practices in infrastructure development and sustainability. They will also offer valuable opportunities to foster partnerships and enhance collaboration among stakeholders worldwide.
The events will feature the participation of the presidents of three major regional contractors’ federations: H.E. Eng. Hassan Abdelaziz, President of the African Federation for Construction Contractors’ Associations (AFCCA) and Honorary President of both the Federation of Contractors in Islamic Countries (FOCIC) and the Federation of Arab Contractors (FAC); Eng. Zakariya Albdulqader, President of FOCIC; and Mr. Ali Fakher Al-Sanafee, President of FAC and the Iraqi Contractors Federation (ICF), and Vice-President of CICA.
The three presidents will take part in the Board Meeting and General Assembly on 3 November, as well as the Annual Conference on 4 November, underscoring the growing cooperation between the three regional federations and CICA.
As part of AFCCA’s active participation, H.E. Ambassador Hatem Tageldin, Secretary-General of AFCCA, will moderate the conference session on “Mobility & Connectivity,” highlighting the Federation’s commitment to contributing to international dialogue and advancing cooperation in infrastructure development.
The events will be held in conjunction with Paris InfraWeek, providing a valuable opportunity for industry leaders, policymakers, and international stakeholders to exchange perspectives, explore emerging challenges, and promote sustainable and resilient infrastructure development.
