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Didier Leschi

Directeur Général (Director General), French Office for Immigration and Integration · France

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Didier Leschi is the CEO of French Office for Immigration and Integration. Leschi is based in France. Leschi was born in 1959 in Paris.

French senior civil servant born in 1959 who has directed the Office for Immigration and Integration (OFII) since 2015. Specialist in religious affairs and secularism with prior ministerial cabinet experience and former prefect of Seine-Saint-Denis.

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Recent coverage has focused on Leschi's role addressing Afghan immigration in France, particularly following revelations about the substantial Afghan population residing in the country and discussions surrounding integration challenges. The headlines also reflect Leschi's engagement in diplomatic matters related to immigration policy and statements countering claims about migration levels in France.

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Born
April 5, 1959 · Paris
Citizenship
France
Awards
Knight of the National Order of Merit, Officer of the National Order of Merit

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Didier Leschi: FAQ

Who is Didier Leschi?
Didier Leschi is the Directeur Général (Director General) of French Office for Immigration and Integration, based in France.
What company does Didier Leschi lead?
Didier Leschi is CEO of French Office for Immigration and Integration.