The American University of Beirut, a premier Middle East teaching institution, is working to build ties with Latin American countries. Its goals include connecting with donors who help keep students in the university, as well as with the Lebanese diaspora.
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“Stories from the Center of the World,” edited by Jordan Elgrably, presents a selection of contemporary fiction from Middle Eastern writers, including authors from Arab countries.
In “Lebanon: A Biography”, Safaa Dib explores the diaspora of generations forced to leave their homeland because of conflict, as well as the roots that preserve the country’s culture far beyond its borders.
The airline says the route schedule was designed to serve travelers departing from Brazil seeking to reach Lebanon faster than alternative routes. Operations begin in April.
The “Why Brazil?” event will showcase opportunities between the two countries, featuring presentations and meetings with entrepreneurs.
Brazil’s ambassador to Beirut, Tarcísio Costa, is received by Justice Minister Adel Nassar.
Pope Leo XIV will visit Turkey from November 27 to 30 and Lebanon from November 30 to December 2. This will be his first international trip since being elected pope in May of this year. Images of the Catholic Church leader are already displayed on the streets of Beirut, the Lebanese capital. ©Anwar Amro/AFP
Lebanese painter and essayist will have a photographic exhibition starting November 26. On October 31, an event with a musical performance will commemorate the artist’s cultural work.
Mohamad Orra Mourad and Fernanda Baltazar visited Firjan, Vale, and diplomats from Egypt and Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro to discuss potential initiatives with Arab countries.
An Amazonas native of Lebanese descent, Milton Hatoum became on Thursday (14) the newest member of the ABL, occupying chair number 6.
Ministers of Finance and of Economy and Trade convene with an International Monetary Fund delegation to come up with a growth strategy.
Intensive courses in Arabic, entrepreneurship, and Lebanese cultural heritage are available from the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik starting July 7.
Born in Syria and of Palestinian and Lebanese descent, Alaa Kaseem decided to move to Brazil about ten years ago and found in the country the support and conditions he needed to start a business. Knowledgeable about Arab ice creams and their flavors, he and his wife opened the ice cream shop Al Kaseem Gelato in São Paulo.
Brazil is becoming an increasingly important supplier in the Arab beauty market, particularly with hair care products. The region is supplied by companies such as Floractive, specializing in hair treatments, and Terra Fértil, offering hair straighteners and dryers. Light Hair aims to enter the market, too.
