Tripoli:Minister Morcos, representing Prime Minister Salam, emphasized the government's commitment to activating the Special Economic Zone in Tripoli as part of a comprehensive development strategy for Tripoli and North Lebanon at the Tripoli Economic Development Forum.
According to Ministry of Information, Lebanon, the forum aimed to showcase the potential of the Tripoli Special Economic Zone, foster communication with the local community, and enhance public-private partnerships. It also sought to integrate logistics between the Special Economic Zone, the Port of Tripoli, and transportation networks to build trust and achieve sustainable economic development in the region.
The opening ceremony saw attendance from various dignitaries, including MPs Fadi Karam, Elie Khoury, and Jamil Abboud, as well as representatives of MPs Karim Kabbara and Ashraf Rifi. Other notable attendees included the UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Lebanon, Imran Riza; Governor of North Lebanon, Iman Al-Rafei; Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Rashid Karami International Fair, Dr. Hani Shaarani; and Tripoli Municipality Head Abdel Hamid Karimeh, among others.
During his remarks, Minister Morcos highlighted the importance of balanced development as established by the Lebanese Constitution, emphasizing the government's efforts to connect public investment with regional production and job creation capacities. He noted Tripoli's potential, with its port and economic institutions, to play a significant role in Lebanon's economic recovery by boosting production and exports.
Minister Morcos concluded by reiterating the government's support for the Special Economic Zone and expressed gratitude to those involved in the project. He also expressed hope that the forum's discussions would help prioritize future developmental goals.
