RDCL convened its Ordinary General Assembly at ESA Business School, bringing together the association’s members for a comprehensive review of its activities, priorities, and strategic direction.

The assembly proceedings were moderated by Board Member Mr. Hassib Lahoud. Ms. Joumana Saddi Chaya, President of RDCL, set the tone with opening remarks that confronted a year marked by war, economic strain, and uncertainty head-on, while reaffirming the association’s resolve: “RDCL has remained focused on defending the interests of the private sector and advocating for the reforms necessary to support Lebanon’s economic recovery.”

Mr. Maxence DUAULT, Director General of ESA Business School, welcomed the assembly to the campus, paying tribute to the deep-rooted relationship between ESA and RDCL and to the private sector’s pivotal role in shaping Lebanon’s future.

Mr. Robert Kanaan, Secretary-General of RDCL, delivered a wide-ranging activity review covering advocacy efforts, institutional initiatives, in addition to various activities covering the financial gap law, and access to finance, alongside engagements with the World Bank, the EU, the EBRD, and senior officials. He also noted that “Every time the system around us fails, the Lebanese private sector keeps powering forward. We adapt. We improvise. We persevere.”

Ms. Diane Ayoub, Board Member and Treasurer, presented a thorough financial report presentation reflecting the RDCL’s position. RDCL member Dr. Georges Najm covered the association’s communication performance across the newsletter, media visibility, and digital presence. Mr. Samer Doumani, Managing Partner at Doumani & Co., confirmed the integrity of the financial statements.

Members proceeded to vote on four resolutions, approving the 2026 annual membership fee, the renewal of the auditor’s mandate, the renewal of the association’s legal counsel mandate, and the 2025-2026 annual accounts with discharge to the Board of Directors.