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Syrian Lebanese Business Council

SLBC — A Platform Connecting Companies with Investment Opportunities

The Syrian Lebanese Council, re-established in March 2026, serves as an institutional platform dedicated to strengthening and advancing economic cooperation between Syria and Lebanon. Building on deeply rooted historical ties. The Council works to expand and modernize a partnership that has endured political and security challenges. Acting as a dynamic bridge connecting businessmen, investors, and stakeholders across the two countries. The Council strives to elevate economic relations to the level aspired to by both peoples. Its strategic priorities include increasing bilateral trade, facilitating cross-border investments, and developing joint ventures. The council also encourages the amicable resolution of trade disputes to maintain trust and continuity in economic cooperation. Guided by its vision to serve as a bridge that unlocks the full untapped potential of Syrian-Lebanese economic relations, the Council is committed to delivering mutual benefits to the peoples and economies of both countries, strengthening their shared future through collaboration, opportunity, and sustainable growth.

Our Vision

A dynamic economic bridge that unlocks the full potential of Syrian-Lebanese cooperation, empowering businesses, enhancing connectivity, and transforming resources into sustainable prosperity for both nations.

Our Mission

  • Strengthen economic growth in Syria and Lebanon
  • Foster a supportive environment for trade, investment, and joint ventures
  • Ensure continuous, productive communication among stakeholders
  • Maximize the value of shared resources
  • Improve access to data and information
  • Advance legal and institutional frameworks for development

Our Message

The Council's pillars for strengthening economic cooperation between Syria and Lebanon.

Deepening Relations

Deepening Relations

Strengthening relations across economic sectors and identifying shared strategic opportunities between Syria and Lebanon.

Strategic Partnership

Strategic Partnership

Building strategic partnerships with local and international organizations, embassies, and business councils to support the Council's goals.

Effective Communication

Effective Communication

Creating an effective communication environment among business leaders and investors for continuous exchange of expertise and knowledge.

Removing Obstacles

Removing Obstacles

Addressing legislative and administrative constraints and limited access to information that hinder trade and investment between both countries.

Strategic Goals

Council goals for sustainable economic growth between both nations.

Facilitating Investments

Facilitating Investments

Supporting investors by providing investment opportunity information and simplifying procedures with relevant authorities.

Increasing Bilateral Trade

Increasing Bilateral Trade

Raising trade volume between Syria and Lebanon to levels that reflect their shared factors and economic opportunities.

Economic Integration

Economic Integration

Achieving economic integration between both countries by identifying and effectively leveraging shared economic factors.

Joint Projects

Joint Projects

Encouraging joint investment projects between Syrian and Lebanese businessmen across vital sectors.

Stakeholders

Partners, investors, and entities involved in the Council's mission.

Partners

All parties involved in developing trade relations: investors, companies, and logistics providers.

Investors

Syrian and Lebanese investors and parties leveraging expertise from either country in specific sectors.

Key Stakeholders

Business leaders, entrepreneurs, government officials, international organizations, and chambers of commerce.

Target Projects & Sectors

Strategic sectors the Council works to develop and promote investment in.

Energy

Energy and infrastructure investments

Agriculture

Agricultural development and food security

Tourism

Reviving tourism destinations and heritage

Transport

Logistics and transport projects

Destinations

Economic destination development

Cultural Exchange

Cultural exchange between both nations

Join the SLBC Network

Join an exclusive network of Syrian and Lebanese companies, investors, and decision-makers participating in developing economic cooperation between both countries.