Dr. Georges Aoun Appointed President of the UFTR General Council

Dr. Georges Aoun (FMD, 2001), President of Lebanon Touch, has been appointed to lead the General Council of the Union Francophone de Touch Rugby (UFTR), succeeding Jérôme Brahim, President of Touch France. This appointment is part of the rotating presidency system adopted by UFTR.
Co-founder of Lebanon Touch in 2020, Aoun has played a key role in introducing and promoting the sport in Lebanon. Under his leadership, Touch Rugby has seen remarkable growth, including the country’s first participation in the 2024 World Cup in England, where the Men’s Open team won a bronze medal. Lebanese youth athletes also took part in the 2024 European Youth Touch Championships in Vichy.

The Student Life Office of the Saint Joseph University of Beirut and the General Management of Hôtel-Dieu de France and its Hospital Network are pleased to present the Privilege Card!