The Minister of Industry Freij Sabonjian signed yesterday an agreement of cooperation with the syndicate of Lebanese Artisans whereby handing over to the syndicate its recently refurbished exhibition hall located at the headquarters of the Ministry in Badaro. The new hall which will be used as a permanent exhibit of work of women and men crafts people, will provide an opportunity for Lebanese and expatriate tourist to appreciate to local artistic work and handicrafts. It will also enable women and men artisans and crafts producers to market their products, and thus will contribute towards supporting the economy and tourism. The exhibition hall which received support for refurbishment from UNIDO and the Banque Du Liban will open all throughout the week from 10 am to 7 pm. Furthermore, and during the weekends, an open air exhibition will be organized on the pavement adjacent to the Ministry.
Source: Al-Diyar 18 July 2013