Tourism minister inaugurates Lebanese Pavilion in Paris Tourism Fair

The Minister of Tourism, Michel Pharaon, inaugurated yesterday the Lebanese pavilion at IFTM Top Resa 2015 in Paris in the presence of his French counterpart and the participation of the Lebanese private sector represented by the travel and tourism agencies and hospitality establishments as well as the Middle East Airlines. Pharaon stressed that partaking in this international exhibition after a four year halt demonstrates the solid relations between the two countries, especially in tourist exchange. He also underlined the significance of extending bridges with other participating countries which he said should have constructive results in the future particularly with the improving conditions at home. Pharaon was briefed by the Lebanese exhibitors on the turnout of guests who were interested in visiting Lebanon, pointing to the “need to support the distinctive features of tourism in Lebanon particularly following the recent stability in the country which has contributed to the growth of the sector 25% during the first quarter of 2015 and 15% by the end of August,” as Minster said. (Al Diyar, October 1, 2015)