About FICAC
FICAC (Federation Internationale des Corps et Associations Consulaires AISBL) is also known as the World Federation of Consuls. The Federation is a non-profit organisation and it abstains from all religious or political activities and from the practice of any discrimination on grounds of race, sex, colour, religion or such other grounds as enumerated in relevant international human rights treaties.
FICAC has been recognised as an NGO by the United Nations in 1993, initially with ROSTERECOSOC status upgraded in August 2018 to SPECIAL ECOSOC Status. It is also recognised as an NGO by the Organisation of American States (OAS) and by the European Union (EU).
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A Visionary Voice H.E. Grabar-Kitarović Opens 14th World Congress of Consuls
The 14th World Congress of Consuls was honored to welcome H.E. Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, former President of Croatia, as a distinguished keynote speaker at the opening session in Marrakech. As the first woman to serve as President of Croatia (2015-2020) and a renowned international stateswoman, H.E. Grabar-Kitarović brought invaluable perspectives on diplomacy, international cooperation, and leadership to the Congress. Her presence underscored the significance of this gathering of more than 200 participants, representing 87 countries. H.E. Grabar-Kitarović’s extensive diplomatic experience, including her tenure as Assistant Secretary General of NATO for Public Diplomacy and her service as Croatia’s Ambassador to the United States, made her ideally positioned to address the evolving challenges and opportunities facing the global consular community. Her keynote address set an inspiring tone for the four-day Congress, emphasizing the critical role that consular diplomacy plays in bridging nations, fostering trust between communities, and advancing international understanding in our increasingly interconnected world.
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Recognition of the status of FICAC as an NGO
Recognition of the status of FICAC as an NGO