The cosmopolitan milieu of Beirut has fostered growth in the fashion industry, but more is needed to have a healthy local fashion ecosystem.
Real Estate & Construction
More to Offer
Focus
Following the resumption of housing loans from the central bank, demand is once again growing in the real estate market, though an oversupply of housing continues to weigh on the sector.
Health & Education
Modern Thinking
Focus: Technology in schools
Transport
Open the Gateway
Focus: Port of Tripoli
Telecoms & IT
Tech Hub
Focus: The tech start-up scene
Following the success of Circular 331 funding, Lebanon's start-up scene is growing fast, but not without some speed bumps.
Industry
Mom & POP
Focus: Family businesses
Most businesses in Lebanon's private sector are family owned, presenting challenges to overcome and unique opportunities to seize.
Finance
Stairway to prosperity
Focus: Youth and finance
Financial inclusion and literacy are the foundations on which great economies are built, and recent data shows Lebanon is catching up fast, thanks to its robust banking sector.
Green Economy
Not Easy Being Green
Focus: FOCUS Electricity sector reform plan
The government has passed a number of energy sector reforms to put an end to the chronic power cuts that are hindering economic activity in the country.
Economy
I Have a Plan
Focus: Lebanon’s economic vision
The release of an economic vision for Lebanon in 2018 shed light on the failings of the present economy, though the report itself has been criticized as well.
Economy
A Clearer Way Forward
Communiqué: New Lebanese code of commerce
Eptalex - Aziz Torbey Law Firm outlines the main changes to the code of commerce in Lebanon, which seeks to encourage a more conducive business environment.
Diplomacy
A New Dawn
Focus: New cabinet
A new cabinet is now set to bring debt under control, fix the electricity infrastructure, restore political stability, and much more.
Tourism & Entertainment
Tastes of Lebanon
Focus: EXPORTING LEBANESE CUISINE
If you cannot come to Lebanon, Lebanon is bringing its rich, delectable cuisine to you.
Tourism & Entertainment
Gaining Momentum
Focus
The tourism sector took a major hit following the outbreak of war in Syria. However, dedication from the government and private sector to minimize the impact and bring back tourists is proving effective.
Education
ABCs for SDGs
Focus: EDUCATION AGENDA 2030
With weight added from helping a neighbor in crisis, there is an opportunity and international support for Lebanon to overhaul its education sector for the benefit of all students.
Education
Going Places
Focus
A healthy mix of public and private players in the country's education system have made it one of the best in the region.
Construction & Real Estate
Paris (of Rents) of the Middle East
Focus: AFFORDABLE HOUSING
The real estate sector remains a main pillar of Lebanon's economy, but affordable options and sustainability are lacking.
Construction & Real Estate
The Properties of Cedar
Focus
The government is committed to improving Lebanon's infrastructure to counterbalance economic headwinds from regional strife.
Transport
Transforming Transport
Focus
The World Bank's USD295-million plans for the modernization of Beirut's public transport set the Lebanese growth agenda forward.
Transport
Everything Flows
Focus
Air and port transit flows have increased in recent years, but the most pressing need for investments is in Lebanon's road infrastructure, which is struggling to handle increased volumes.
Telecoms & IT
MIC 1, 2, and V
Focus: ICT FUND
Lebanon's new telco fund looks to reinject life into a sector that has stalled for the better part of two decades.
