Lebanese Industry Expo showcases the nation’s industrial strength
The Lebanese Industry Expo, held at Seaside Arena – Beirut, was officially inaugurated on October 29, 2025, under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. General Joseph Aoun, President of the Republic of Lebanon. Organized by Hospitality Services and Promofair, in partnership with the Association of Lebanese Industrialists (ALI) and in cooperation with the Ministry of Industry, the event successfully showcased the strength and innovation of Lebanon’s industrial sector.
During his opening speech, H.E. General Joseph Aoun, President of the Republic of Lebanon, delivered a heartfelt message, saying: “You want to bring Lebanon back? Start producing in Lebanon. Consume Lebanese, export Lebanese, and stop exporting our youth while importing our daily lives.” His words became the rallying message of the four-day event — a vision that places industry at the heart of rebuilding Lebanon’s economy.
The expo was marked by the attendance of numerous dignitaries, including H.E. General Joseph Aoun, President of the Republic of Lebanon; H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam; H.E. Former Prime Minister Fouad Siniora; H.E. Minister of Industry Joe Issa El Khoury; H.E. Minister of State for Administrative Reform Dr. Fadi Makki; H.E. Minister of Tourism Laura Lahoud; H.E. Minister of State for Technology and Artificial Intelligence Dr. Kamal Shehadeh; H.E. Minister of National Defense General Michel Menassa; H.E. Minister of Information Dr. Paul Morcos; H.E. Minister of Labor Dr. Mohammad Haidar; H.E. Minister of Finance Yassine Jaber; H.E. Minister of Telecommunications Charles Haj; H.E. Minister of Social Affairs Hanine Sayed; H.E. Minister of Environment Dr. Tamara Zein; and H.E. Minister of Agriculture Dr. Nizar Hani, in addition to ambassadors, members of parliament, and leading economic and social figures.
More than 190 exhibitors representing a wide spectrum of industries — from food and beverages to pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, fashion, technology and heavy manufacturing — participated across more than 10,000 square meters of exhibition space, welcoming over 10,000 visitors, including business leaders, investors, media professionals, students and industrial experts.
Throughout the four days, Industry Talks – The Forum hosted high-level discussions bringing together leaders from the public and private sectors and experts in economics and innovation to debate key issues of competitiveness, industrial development, and transition toward a sustainable, productive economy. The Hosted Buyers Program also welcomed 20 international buyers from Arab and foreign markets seeking collaboration with Lebanese small and medium enterprises.
Participants praised the professional organization and rich schedule of the event, describing it as an important step toward repositioning Lebanon’s industry on the regional and global map.
During the Expo, Minister of Industry H.E. Joe Issa El Khoury announced the Cabinet’s decision to designate the first Thursday of November as Lebanese Industry Day, declaring: “Nations are not built by coincidence. There are moments that define the future and today we live one of those moments — where vision meets will, and resilience becomes action, to write a new chapter in Lebanon’s industrial history.”
President of the Association of Lebanese Industrialists Salim Zeenni expressed appreciation to the President of Lebanon, the Ministry of Industry and partners in the private sector, affirming that “synergy between public and private institutions is the only path to fostering a productive economy and building a new Lebanon anchored in work and industry.”
Joumana Dammous-Salame, managing director of Hospitality Services, commented: “The Lebanese Industry Expo was not merely an economic exhibition — it was a message of hope and renewal. It reflected the passion and determination of Lebanese industrialists committed to rebuilding the nation through creativity and production. We promise an even larger and more impactful edition next year.”
Lina Choueiri Nahas, managing partner of Promofair, added: “This initiative proves that Lebanese industry is adaptive, innovative, and competitive despite challenges — a solid step toward a more stable and productive future.”
The Lebanese Industry Expo 2025 concluded as it began — with a sincere national call from H.E. General Joseph Aoun, President of the Republic of Lebanon: “You want to bring Lebanon back? Start producing in Lebanon.” A call that has become a unifying slogan and a source of inspiration for a new era of production, innovation, and national revival.
