We are proud to announce, that WIL President Thaima Samman has been presented with the insignia of Chevalier of the Legion of Honour.

On Friday November 8th close to 150 friends and family gathered in the large ball room of the French National Assembly Palace to join in the celebration of Ms. Samman’s outstanding career, political commitment and social consciousness. Claude Bartolone, President of the National Assembly, delivered an eloquent and heartfelt speech before officially awarding Ms. Samman with the medal of the Knight, in the presence of members of the Government, Parliament, the President of the main Business organization Medef and several high level representatives of the business community.

The National Order of the Legion of Honour is the highest distinction in France and its recipients are designated by the President of the Republic. Insignia of the Legion of Honour are exclusively presented to requite the highest merit of personalities with impeccable conduct. The First Consul Bonaparte created the Legion of Honour on May 19th 1802 with the aim to reward military bravery and civil merit.

Ms. Samman was honoured for her continuous political commitment, which she has maintained throughout her successful career and her assertiveness in pursuing societal equality. We want to sincerely congratulate our President on this meaningful achievement and on her great passion and conviction, which has guided her.