MIDEL

Mouvement International des Chefs d’Entreprises Libanais
International Confederation of Lebanese Businesspeople

25/04/2026

A very enjoyable, interesting, and insightful lunch debate was held with the Board of the International Confederation of Lebanese Businesspeople (MIDEL), featuring our Board of Trustees member, Mr. Yves Choueifaty, Chairman and founder of TOBAM, a Paris-based asset management firm known for its research-driven and anti-benchmark investment approach.
The discussion focused on: “The Next Step for Bitcoin: The Return of Reserve Institutions.” It explored how Bitcoin may enable the re-emergence of reserve institutions in a digital context, while examining its implications for balance sheets, financial intermediation, risk premia, and the evolving boundary between money and financial assets.

02/04/2026

🚨 Urgent Statement: Lebanon’s Economy at Risk

The Board of the International Confederation of Lebanese Businesspeople warns that the ongoing war is hitting Lebanon hard:

• Inflation is soaring, eroding purchasing power.
• Businesses and supply chains are under severe strain.
• A liquidity crisis threatens both private and public sectors.
• Post-war social unrest is a real concern without clear reconstruction plans.

The Board urges the Government and Parliament to act now—push forward reforms, adopt critical laws, and preserve what’s left of Lebanon’s economic momentum.

30/01/2026

Pleased to share the link to the magazine of the International Confederation of Lebanese Business People (MIDEL), which highlights and summarizes our board meetings, local and international conferences, as well as our talks and debates. We will continue to persevere with faith and determination for our beloved country.

29/12/2025

What a wonderful pleasure to celebrate Christmas and the New Year 2026 with the MIDEL Board members.
It was a valuable moment to review the achievements and challenges of 2025, exchange insights on the evolving economic landscape, and align on our shared priorities and shaping our joint strategy, plan and vision for 2026.

10/11/2025

A very enjoyable lunch debate and insightful discussion between the board of the International Confederation of Lebanese Businesspeople (MIDEL) and Minister of the public work Fayez Rasmni, who is also a valued member of the MIDEL board.

06/10/2025

A very productive and insightful lunch debate was held by the Board of the International Confederation of Lebanese Business People with H.E. Tarek Mitri, Vice Prime Minister of Lebanon. Our discussion touched on Lebanon’s key economic concerns and priorities, the delicate relationship with Syria, the latest internal tensions, and the urgent challenges of reconstruction and recovery.

03/10/2025

🌐 MIDEL Board Meeting Update 🌐

The Board of the International Federation of Lebanese Businessmen & Businesswomen (MIDEL), led by Prof. Fouad Zmokhol, held a productive meeting to discuss important national projects and upcoming laws.

Dr. Fouad Zmokhol reminded us that:

✨ “The state belongs to everyone — and everyone has a duty towards it.”

✨ “A budget isn’t just numbers on paper, it’s a plan, a strategy, and a vision.”

Key topics on the table:

📌 The End-of-Service Bill

📌 The Financial Gap Law

📌 The Draft 2026 Budget

Together, we keep working for a stronger economy and a brighter future for all .

08/08/2025

Very productive meeting between the Board of the International Confederation of Lebanese Businesspeople (MIDEL) and His Excellency Finance Minister Yassine Jaber. We engaged in a transparent and constructive discussion on several key pending issues, including the implementation of asset revaluation, end-of-service indemnities, tax settlements up to 2022 and many other critical on going problems . A dedicated follow-up committee has been established to meet regularly and ensure progress on these critical matters.

19/06/2025

A very productive and enlightening board meeting of the International Confederation of the Lebanese Business People (MIDEL).
We reviewed the latest developments on the local, regional, and international levels. We emphasized the urgent need to prepare ourselves to play an active role in the massive reconstruction project of Syria. We also called on political leaders to take bold and courageous decisions regarding the restructuring of Lebanon’s financial sector — without which sustainable growth cannot be restored. Every delay is worsening the losses of depositors, weakening the private sector, and deepening the economic crisis. Lebanon cannot afford to wait until after the legislative elections to act.

10/06/2025

A very enjoyable, productive, and transparent discussion during a lunch debate hosted by the Canadian Ambassador to Lebanon, H.E. Stefanie McCollum, with several board members of the International Confederation of Lebanese Business People (MIDEL. We exchanged views on Lebanon’s current economic situation—its opportunities , risks and challenges—and emphasized the importance of actively contributing to the reconstruction of Syria. We also discussed the need to establish direct flights between Lebanon and Canada, while ensuring that all necessary security measures are upheld.

05/05/2025

A very productive lunch debate and transparent discussion between the board of the International Confederation of the Lebanese Businesspeople (MIDEL) and the UN Ambassador, H.E. Mrs. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, Special Coordinator for Lebanon. We all agreed that the time has come to live in peace in the Holy Land and to engage in indirect talks—with the support of the United Nations- with all relevant stakeholders, for a peaceful future for our country. We are ready to rebuild on strong foundations and pillars that can withstand the test of time, free from the risk of future demolition and destruction.

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