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CHALLENGES AND DEVELOPMENTAL OPPORTUNITIES OF TRIPOLI

27 FEBRUARY, 2016

HEADLINES

1. INVESTMENT CLIMATE IN LEBANON

2. INVESTMENT CLIMATE IN TRIPOLI

3. ABOUT IDAL

4. WHAT ARE THE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES?

5. CONTACT US

FREE MARKET ECONOMY

NON-INTERVENTIONIST STANCETOWARD PRIVATE INVESTMENTS

ONE OF THE MOST LIBERAL INVESTMENTCLIMATES IN THE MIDDLE EAST

GDP AT CURRENT PRICES (USD BILLION): 49.9

GDP/CAPITA (CURRENT USD): 11,067

REAL GDP GROWTH: 2.0%

AVERAGE INFLATION RATE: 1.9%

TRADE BALANCE (USD MILLION): -17,181

FDI INFLOWS (USD BILLION): 3.01

UNEMPLOYMENT RATE (AVG.%): 13%

ECONOMIC PROFILE& SYSTEM (2014)

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Source: IMF, Ministry of Economy and Trade, Ministry of Finance, UNCTAD, CAS, ABL, ESCWA

FOREIGN INVESTMENT TO LEBANON HAS SUSTAINED ITS POSITIVE FLOW DESPITE A REGIONAL AND WORLDWIDE DECLINE IN FDI

FDI INFLOWS TO LEBANON (USD BILLION) (2006-2014)

Source: UNCTAD - World Investment Report 2015IDAL 2016

INVESTMENT CLIMATE

IN FACT FDI % GDP WAS THE HIGHEST IN LEBANON COMPARED TO ITS REGIONAL PEERS, HIGHLIGHTING THE IMPORTANCE OF FDI TO OUR ECONOMY

FDI AS % OF GDP (2014)

Source: UNCTAD - World Investment Report 2015


REAL ESTATE AND TOURISM ARE THE TOP SECTORS OF INTEREST FOR FOREIGN COMPANIES THAT ESTABLISHED THEIR BUSINESS IN LEBANON

DISTRIBUTION OF FOREIGN COMPANIES BY SECTOR (2003-2015)

Source: IAIGC Report 2015 IDAL 2016INVESTMENT CLIMATE

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SOCIO-ECONOMIC INDICATORS

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Employment:11% of the Lebanese workforce is located in North.

More than 30% of the labor force is engaged in services related activities, 23% in trade activities, 14% in the industrial sector and 13% in agricultural activities.

Unemployment Rate: 35%

Youth Population in Tripoli: 50,330 - (19%)

Youth Population in all North Governorate: 153,369

Area:The North area accounts for 2024 km2 consisting 19.4% of the total Lebanese land.

Population:The North has a population of around 807,206 constituting 18.3% of the total Lebanese population.

Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA)

GEOGRAPHY & POPULATION: Population of 807,206, accounting 18.3% of the total Lebanese population


Tripoli

Area: 27 Km2 (10 sq. mi.)

Population: 264,895

Capital: Tripoli

Topography: overlooks the eastern Mediterranean Sea

Akkar

Area: 788 km2 (304 sq. mi.)

Population: 252,917

Capital: Halba

Topography: large coastal plain, with high mountains to the east

Miniyeh-daniyyeh Area: 409 Km2 (158 sq. mi.)

Population: 118,683

Capital: Miniyeh

Topography: mountainous district

BcharrehArea: 158 Km2 (61 Sq. mi.)

Population: 46,125

Capital: Bcharreh

Topography: mountainous with most of its 26 villages at an elevation higher than 1,000 meter

Batroun

Area: 287 Km2 (111 sq. mi.)

Population: 21,242

Capital: Batroun

Topography: Costal district

Koura Area: 173 Km2 (67 Sq. mi.)

Population: 48,215

Capital: Amioun

Topography: 3 types of land, a coastal side to the Mediterranean sea, a large olive plain and includesome villages in the mountains. an elevation higher than 1,000 meter

Zgharta Area: 182 Km2 (70 sq. mi.)

Population: 55,129

Capital: Miniyeh

Topography: hill between two rivers, Rachine and Jouiit that enriches the land with orange and olives cultivation


WITH HIGHER DENSITY IN TRIPOLI


Distribution of the population in North Lebanon by Region

(%)

Distribution of area size of North Lebanon by regions

(%)

Distribution of density of North Lebanon by regions

(%)


TOPOGRAPHY OF THE REGION


Topography

The soil classification in the North varies between very good on the coast and medium as we move further to the interior making it suitable for various agricultural needs.

Currently orchards and vines can be mostly found along the shore whereas field crops are situated inland.The geographical diversification of the North and the presence of rivers, natural zones, valleys and mountains make the region appealing to all kinds of investments, ranging from agricultural to industrial projects.

Source: CDR Master Plan

SOCIO-ECONOMIC INDICATORS (CONT’D)


Population Density

The population of the North is allocated between its various regions. The shoreline including Tripoli encom-passes the highest density and as we move away from the sea, the resident population density declines.

Poverty Rate SHARE OF MOHAFAZAT FROM TOTAL POOR HOUSEHOLDS (%) (2009)

Source:“Poverty, Growth and Inequality”UNDP & MoSA, 2009

MAIN INDUSTRIES: FURNITURE AND AGRO FOOD


Cultivated areas 65,433 hectares, (26%) of total cultivated areas in Lebanon and 46% of total irrigated areas.

Source: Lebanese Industrial Survey 2007 Source: Ministry of Agriculture

Note: Latest available figures

DISTRIBUTION OF INDUSTRIAL COMPANIES IN THE NORTH (%) (2007)

CULTIVATED CROPS IN THE NORTH(% SHARE) (2009)

FOREIGN INVESTMENTS IN THE NORTH STILL AT THEIR INFANCYBUT WITH POTENTIAL TO GROW


Company Sector Activity Description Activity in Lebanon Investment Size Number of Jobs Created

Landmark Group

Gulf tainer

Retail

Port Management /logistics

Founded in 1973 in Bahrain, the Conglomerate Landmark Group (Max, Splash, Babyshop…)has successfully grown into one of the largest retail organizations in the Middle East, Africa and Indian Subcontinent

A privately owned United Arab Emirates (UAE) enterprise established in 1976, is a rapidly expanding, dynamic ports and logistics company

3-floor shopping destination, Max Tripoli expands over 1,801 sqm, bringing to life an impressive showroom that displays the latest fashion trends

It starts in 2012 managing container terminals in Tripoli Port.It has launched studies to develop an additional 300 meter-long quay

USD 4,100,000

USD 46,500,000

92

400

Qleyaat Airport

Capacity: Consists of a runway capable of receiving 1 million passengers and 200 000 tons of freight per year.

Status: In 2012, the Lebanese Cabinet announced plans to restore the airport to be used for cargo and low-cost airlines.

INVESTMENT ENABLERS


The Tripoli or Rachid Karame International FairLocation: on an area of 1,000,000 meters square is considered.

Status: 5th among the largest exhibition centers in the world in terms of dimensions and variety of constructions. Since its reactivation in 1995, the TIF hosted many international fairs as well as international cultural activities. This in turn provides the city with the opportunity to make the city an important business pole.

The Port of Tripoli

2nd port in Lebanon after the Port of Beirut.

Capacity: One dock and 8 berths.In 2015, the port of Tripoli accounted for 5.6% (157,000tons) of Lebanon’s imports and 8.7% (165,300 tons) of total exports.

Location: Only 30 km away from the Syrian border, it is accessible to the Gulf and the Arab World, with lowtaxes and tariffs.

TRIPOLI A POTENTIAL HUB TO SERVE A MARKET OF 200 MILLION PEOPLE

Population (‘000):

• Turkey: 75,837• Syria: 21,987 • Iraq: 34,769• Jordan: 7,505• Egypt: 83,387

Source: UN Data

HEADLINES



3. ABOUT IDAL


5. CONTACT US

THE GOVERNMENT OF LEBANON, THROUGH IDAL, OFFERS INVESTORS A RANGE OF FACILITATION SERVICES AND FISCAL EXEMPTIONS

ABOUT USThe National Investment Promotion Agency of Lebanon

HISTORYEstablished in 1994 with the aim of promoting Lebanon as a key investment destination and attracting, facilitating & retaining investments in the country

GOVERNANCEIDAL reports to the Presidency of the Council of Ministers(who exercises a tutorial authority over it) and has financial andadministrative autonomy

LEGISLATIONInvestment Law No. 360 was enacted in 2001 to regulate investment activities in Lebanon

IDAL 2016ABOUT IDAL

OUR MANDATESINVESTMENT PROMOTION Provide economic, commercial and legal information of relevance to investors

Identifies business opportunities across various economic sectors

Provide in depth analysis of sectors

Grant fiscal exemptions and fees reduction to investment projects

Facilitate issuance of permits and licenses

Provide on-going support for investment projects

Actively promotes Lebanon as key investment destination

EXPORT PROMOTION Provide data on external markets

Support companies in accessing external markets

Subsidize participation in foreign fairs

IDAL currently has in place 3 export promotion programs:

1. Agri Plus (2012): Which provides subsidies and support to exporters of agricultural products

2. AGRO MAP (2004): Which subsidizes the participation of agro food companies in foreign fairs licenses

3. M LEB MAP (2015): Which provides subsidies and support to exporters of Lebanese products to the Gulf countries and Jordan

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IDAL HAS 4 EXPORT PROGRAMS

Provide Agro Food exporters with the opportunity to market their products in international fairs

Introduce Lebanese products to foreign buyers and investors

Introduce local producers to latest technology

Support Lebanese exporters in the marketing of their agricultural products in regional and international markets

Subsidizes the difference between land-route transport cost and maritime transport cost before the closure of borders,for both agricultural and industrial exports to theArab Countries

Provides Lebanese producers of olive oil, dried fruits, canned food, jams, wine, and nuts with the opportunity to export their goods for china

AGRO MAP(2004)

Agro Food

AGRI PLUS(2012)

Agriculture

M.LEB(2015)

Agriculture, Agro Food & Industry

The Chinese Loan Repayment (2015)

Agro FoodIDAL 2016

ABOUT IDAL

AGRO MAP PROGRAM (2004)

The Agro Food sector is a major contributor to the Lebanese economy. In 2011, it generated an estimated 26.3% of the industrial sector output (6.47% in the North) and around 2.2% of the country’s GDP (0.54% in the North), and accounts for 25% of the Industrial sector workforce (6.15% in the North).

Key Objectives

Modus Operandi

Beneficiaries

Provide Agro Food exporters with the possibility to market their product in international fairs Introduce Lebanese products and market to foreign investors and buyersIntroduce local producers to latest technology

and increase awareness on external regional competitionIncrease the export potential of existing exporters and provide the opportunity fro non-exporting companies to access new markets

IDAL covers a portion of the cost incurred by exporters/exhibitors mainly those related to rental costs, construction of Lebanese stand/booth, and marketing materials

The support is directly provided to the syndicate which then reimburses participants on the agreed amount

The program directly targets exporters of agro food products registered at the syndicate of Lebanese Food Industrialists.

Producers who are not members of the SLFI cannot benefit from IDAL’s support

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AGRI PLUS PROGRAM (2012)

The Agriculture sector generates around 4.7% of Lebanon’s GDP. It is an important employer, with around 100,000 household members benefiting from agriculture production and proceeds

Key Objectives

Modus Operandi

Beneficiaries

Production Streamlining:provide exporters with adequate training to improve quality of production and foster the growth of new products that meet regional and international demandPackaging Improvement:support exporters in improving packaging and

Provide financial and technical support

Fruit and Vegetable ExportersOlive Oil ExportersHoney Exporters

It has an annual estimated budget of 32 Million USD

cooling centers to meet international norms of qualityMarketing & Promotion:promote the sector regionally and internationally in addition to providing the needed technical and financial support for exporters to participate in food fairsFinancial Support:to cover portion of the packaging cost

Egg ExportersFlowers and Plants Exporters All Cooperatives

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M.LEB - MARITIME BRIDGE PROGRAM (2015)

This program consists of subsidizing the difference between land-route transport cost and maritime transport cost before the closure of the borders, for both agricultural and industrial exports to the Arab countries

Key Objectives

Modus Operandi

Beneficiaries

To ensure the flow of Lebanese products to traditional markets, particularly to the Gulf countries and JordanMaintain consumer confidence in these markets in the Lebanese agricultural and industrial products

Confirm the credibility of the Lebanese industrialists, agricultural producers and Lebanese toward their partners in these markets and their obligations to others

Contribute to open a regular shipping line between the Lebanese ports and ports of the target markets for the transfer of Lebanese products Around 35 trucks loaded with Lebanese products will be transferred on a daily basis to the target

market locationsProvide a direct financial support to the vessels (RoRo and RoPax) loaded with trucks transferring the Lebanese products

Agricultural exporters enrolled and not enrolled in the“AgriPlus” ProgramIndustrial Exporters

Agro-Food ExportersShipping and Land Transport CompaniesMarine Transport Companies

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THE CHINESE REPAYMENT LOAN (2015)

Beneficiaries Any Lebanese producer of the following product: olive oil, dried fruits, canned food, jams, wine, and nuts

Lebanese government’s repayment of the Chinese loan will be managed by IDAL. Through this program, Lebanese producers will export their products to China, such as olive oil, wine, dry canned fruits and different types of Jam.

Key Objectives

The Chinese loan repayment program provide Lebanese producers of olive oil, dried fruits, canned food, jams, wine, and nuts with the opportunity to export their goods to China

Modus Operandi

Lebanese manufacturers of the mentioned products, wishing to export to China through this program, are requested to contact us for affiliation requirements and fill the relevant application form before February 20, 2016

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IDAL OFFERS INVESTORS A RANGE OF SERVICES THROUGHOUT THEIR DIFFERENT STAGES OF OPERATION

1 PRE-INVESTMENT STAGEMARKET INTELLIGENCE

Information on investment opportunitiesData on economic sectors with growth potential Legal, financial, industrial information Data on investment climate.Business Matchmaking support

2 FINANCING STAGE PACKAGE OF INCENTIVES

FISCAL INCENTIVES: Exemptions from corporate income tax generated by the project which can go up to 100% exemption for 10 years

FINANCIAL INCENTIVES:Fees reductions such as reductionon land registration fees

NON-FINANCIAL INCENTIVES: Employees for the project are granted work permits with the support of IDAL

3 LICENSING ANDAFTER-CARE STAGEONE STOP SHOP

IDAL serves as a One Stop Shop for Investors. We supersede all public administrations, authorities and municipalities in issuing administrative permits and licenses except those granted by the Council of Ministers.We follow up with investors after thestart of their operations

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EIGHT SECTORSARE ELIGIBLEFOR OURINCENTIVES

IDAL PROVIDES INCENTIVES TO EIGHT SECTORS WITH GROWTH POTENTIAL AND READINESS FOR DEVELOPMENT

THESE SECTORS WERE INCLUDED IN LAW N.360 IN 2001

1. REGION & SECTOR BASED INCENTIVE

• Also called Investment Projectsby Zone (IPZ)

• Provided to projects based on:(1) Geographical location across 3 Zones:A, B, C(2) Investment size(3) Sector

INCENTIVES PROVIDED

• Up to 100% tax exemptions for 10

years for projects located in remote areas (Zone C)

• Work Permits granted

OUR INCENTIVES

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TWO TYPES OF INCENTIVE SCHEMES:

TWO TYPES OF INCENTIVE SCHEMES:

2. JOB CREATION BASED INCENTIVE

• Also called Package Deal Contract

(PDC)

• Provided to projects based on: (1) Investment size (2) Number of jobs created (3) Sector

INCENTIVES PROVIDED

• 100% exemption of Income Tax

• 100 % exemptions on Taxes on Project Dividends for up to 10 years

• Up to a 50% reduction on Work and Residence Permit Fees

• Up to a 50% reduction on Construction Permit Fees

• Full exemption from Land Registration Fees

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OUR INCENTIVES

REGION BASED INCENTIVEInvestment Projects by Zone (IPZ)

EIGHTS SECTORS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR OUR INCENTIVES

INCENTIVES GRANTED BASED ON GEOGRAPHICALDISTRIBUTION AND INVESTMENT SIZE

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Work permits forall categories.

Full exemption from corporate income taxfor a two-year period provided that at least 40% of the company’s shares are listed on the Beirut Stock Exchange.


A 50% reduction on corporate income tax and taxes on project dividends for a five-year period.

Full exemption from corporate income tax for two additional years provided that at least40% of the company’s shares are listed on the Beirut Stock Exchange.


Full exemption fromcorporate income tax and taxes on project dividends for aten-year period.

Full exemption from income tax for two additional years provided that at least 40% of the company›s shares are listed on the Beirut Stock Exchange.

SECTOR BASED INCENTIVEInvestment Projects by Zone (IPZ)

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

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JOB CREATION & SECTOR BASED INCENTIVEPackage Deal Contract (PDC)

INCENTIVES GRANTED BASED ON JOB CREATION & SECTOR BASED

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100% Exemption on Income Tax for up to10 years

Up to 50% Reduction on Construction Permit Fees

Up to 50% Reductionon Work and Residence Permits

Zero LandRegistration Fees

100% Exemption on Taxes on Project Dividends for up to10 years

Obtaining Work Permits of all categories

JOB CREATION & SECTOR BASED INCENTIVEPackage Deal Contract (PDC)

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

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1.7 BILLION USD WORTH OF PROJECTS FACILIATED BY IDAL

Source: IDAL’s CalculationsTOTAL: 1,715,108,960 USD

INVESTMENTS ATTRACTED THROUGH IDAL(USD MILLION) (2003-2015)

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WITH THE MAJORITY LOCATED IN MOUNT LEBANON AND BEIRUT

Source: IDAL’s CalculationsTOTAL: 48

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DISTRIBUTION OF PROJECTS BY SECTORS(%) (2003-2015)

DISTRIBUTION OF PROJECTS BY REGION(%) (2003-2015)

WITH MORE THAN 6000 DIRECT JOBS CREATED

Source: IDAL’s CalculationsTOTAL: 5,775

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TOTAL JOBS CREATED BY SECTOR(%) (2003-2015)

TOTAL JOBS CREATED BY REGION(%) (2003-2015)

PROJECTS MEDIATED THROUGH IDAL IN NORTH LEBANON,TOOK THE LEAST SHARE OF THE PIE

Source: IDAL’s Calculations

Total Number of Projects: 5 Total Jobs to be Created through IDAL: 256

DISTRIBUTION OF PROJECTS BY SECTOR(%) (2005-2015)

JOBS CREATED BY SECTOR, THROUGH INVESTMENTS MEDIATED BY IDAL IN NORTH LEBANON (%) (2005-2015)

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3. Enabling EnvironmentAvailability of Large number of industrial companies

Sugar, sweets, canned food, dairy products and soft drink factories (30 factories)Steel, house equipment, and construction-related industries: 4 factories for steel casting, 3 glass factories, 25 factories


1. Cost Advantage Relatively cheap rental cost of USD 400/sqm in Tripoli vs. USD 2,250 in Beirut)

Cheap semi-skilled labor force mainly in handicrafts and light industries (furniture and carpet making)

for stainless steel, 40 factories for construction tiles, ceramics and marbleFurniture making: 200 small-scale factoriesCarpet making: 2 factories

Ease of Importing raw material and exporting of finished goods through Tripoli Port:The Port of Tripoli receives approximately 450 ships every year, averaging around 37 ships per month.

Financial Support: North Lebanon Local Economic Development Agency (LEDA) provides loans up to USD 75,000

IDAL: Provides financial incentives

Kafalat: Since 2000, Kafalat has subsidized around 1,343projects in the North of Lebanon, valued at LPB 211,202,449,750 (USD 140.1 million)

2. Skilled production and traditional techniques and used to produce items like furniture, soap, jewelry would appeal in high end regional markets, specifically the GCC Countries

INDUSTRY: INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND STRENGTHS


OPPORTUNITIES

1. Furniture and Carpet A $ 500,000 project led by UNIDO is seeking to revive the furniture industry in Tripoli by offering business coaching, modern design advice and access to international markets.

Furniture manufacturers in Tripoli produce around 19% of total Production. This volume could be increased with the availability of skilled and relatively cheap labor force.

3. Handicrafts and Jewelry Lebanon stands out as a leader in jewelry and gold production in the Middle East, employing 8,000 people at around 60 main workshops.

One labor hour in the jewelry industry in EU costs €100, whereasin Lebanon it costs $62.5.

The jewelry sector contributes to around 16% of Lebanon’s GDP.

Tripoli enjoys highly-skilled and low-cost craftsmen.

2. SoapThe quality of raw materials needed for the production of natural soaps (olive oil) and lower production costs constitute a comparative advantage for Tripoli.

Olive oil soaps are witnessing an increasing local and regional demand for beauty care reasons.

The well-known Tripoli Souk is an important destination for all those seeking natural soaps (Khan Al Saboun).

ICT: INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND STRENGTHS


1. Highly Skilled Labor ForceA cluster of educational institutions: 10 Universities are available in Tripoli that offer courses in Information Technology and Engineering with around 7,400 students registered.

4. Enabling EnvironmentAvailability of Incubation Support: BIAT: a 4000 sqm facility is equipped to host around145 startups.Digital Opportunity Trust:Delivers training programs that equip vulnerable populations with entrepreneurship and technology skills.Maurice Fadel Prize (MFP):Aims at promoting entrepreneurship and ultimately establishing businesses in north Lebanon.

Financial Support:1- More than 90 commercial banks in North Lebanon. 2- IDAL: to date, IDAL has supported 4 projects in North Lebanon with a total investment value of USD 195,799,237 which generated more than 552 direct jobs.

2. Low Doing Business CostsAvailability of skilled and relatively cheap labor force compared to other regions like Beirut.Cheap office rental costs (USD 400/sqm in Tripoli vs. USD 2,250 in Beirut).

3. Export Oriented IndustryLebanon has ranked ICT first among regional countries in terms of its share of total service exports, more than 60% of firms engaged in ICT activities are export oriented.


OPPORTUNITIES

1. Software Development The software market value reached USD 34 million in 2014 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.12% from 2015 to 2018.The predominance of services in the Lebanese economy has been beneficial to the software industry, which generate the largest part of total output. Solutions for Banking, Hotel management, Retail Trade, and Tourism.

2. Mobile Services and Applications The expansion of mobile broadband networks, the upsurge in smartphones penetration in the region and the young profile of the Arab population fuel the demand for mobile applications. The Lebanese talent base have successfully adapted the latest market trends to the local needs, languages and cultures.

3. E-ServicesWith the rising number of Arabic internet users, opportunities exist for Lebanese companies to develop local Arabic content for E-commerce, E-music and E-learning platforms.

Ratify amendments to Investment Law No.360 to increase investments in Tripoli: In 2012, IDAL made amendment to Decree No.9311 and 9326 that grant financial incentives to investors according to 2 incentive schemes. The amendments significantly lowered the requirements needed by companies located in the North to invest across all economic sectors to benefit from tax breaks.

The amendments also changed Tripoli to Zone B, thus increasing the range of incentives granted to the area.

Implement an aggressive investment promotion strategy led by IDAL in coordination with private and public stakeholders in the region to promote the region competitive advantages regionally and internationally.

Target diaspora organizations and members to invest in their homeland of Tripoli. IDAL is currently working with the EU to map these immigrants and engage them in investment programs in the area.

Foster the creation of specialized clusters / parks in the area though the prerogatives granted by Investment Law No.360 Article 6 point 10 to IDAL and which only require Council of Ministers approval: The article stipulate the role of IDAL in “ Participating in the capital of joint stock companies working in the field of IT, packaging, assembly, production, processing of agriculture and industrial goods, whenever international organizations request Government participation in accordance with a decree issued by the CoM”.


WHAT CAN WE DO TO INCREASE INVESTMENTS TO TRIPOLI?


AMENDMENTS TO INVESTMENT LAW No. 360 to promote reginal development


HOW TO FOSTER EXPORTS FROM TRIPOLI

Increase Support to the existing “Agri Plus” Program:Increase the components of the program, especially (1) taking part more actively in local and international trade fairs through the financing of Lebanese pavilions, (2) Modernizing packaging and storage houses (more specifically providing advanced machines to 50 packinghouses all over Lebanon), (3) Launching training programs to offer quality certifications to packaging houses and farmers, in addition to (4) conducting different promotional and marketing activities. Number of Estimated Beneficiaries in North = 32 exporters

Increase Support to the existing “ Agro Map” Program:Provide continuity to the program through ensuring funding support for promoting Lebanese goods in international markets mainly ensuring a presence of Lebanese goods in international fairs.

Increase Support to the existing M. Leb Program:Roll over the support program to at least one year or until the opening of the border areas and increase outreach to industrial exporters.

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