At Doltone House, Australian Technology Park, Exhibition Hall
2 Locomotive Street (Bay 10 - 14) Eveleigh NSW

09:00 – 10:00 Registration

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10:00 – 11:30 PANEL 1: Lebanity between the past and present

The long-standing lebanese presence in oceania has taken shape through several waves of migration from lebanon starting during the last few decades of the 19th century. having members of the lebanese diaspora in the world far away from the land of their forefathers, does not exempt lebanon from welcoming and facilitating their return or nurturing close bonds with them. this panel aims to give insight into the implementation of that lebanese nationality law and explain the importance of helping lebanese emigrants find their ancestral origins and reclaim their citizenship. in addition, the panel features youths of lebanese background and gives them the floor to express their thoughts, needs, concerns, and expectations, in a bid to bridge gaps between them and lebanon and develop their attention to the homeland of their ancestors.

• Moderator: Mr. Zaher Al Aridi-Diplomat At The Ministry Of Foreign Affairs And Emigrants
• Panelists:
  • Professor Fadia Ghossayn AM-President, Australian Lebanese Foundation
    The Achievements Of The Lebanese Maronite Foundation In Preserving The Lebanese Identity
  • The Supreme Islamic Shiite Council Of Australia
    Assisting The Lebanese Community In Australia
  • Islamic Charity Projects Association
    Social And Cultural Activities
  • Mrs. Henriette Nakhle; Honorary Consul Designate Of Lebanon In New Zealand
    The Role Of Lebanese Honorary Consuls In Promoting The Concept Of Lebanity
  • Mr. Khaled Alameddine; Lebanese Muslim Association
    The Lebanese Presence In Australia, Problems, Development And Communication
  • Mrs. Roula Moussa; Founder And Managing Partner Of Netways
    Connecting Diaspora-Power Of Diaspora ID Project
  • Mrs. Hilda Clune; Chief Information Officer At PWC Australia
    The Technology And Digital Experience In The Promotion Of Lebanity

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11:30 – 13:00 PANEL 2: Shedding light on investment opportunities between lebanon and oceania

The communities of lebanese background in oceania play an important role in lebanon’s relations with the region. yet, special care should be given to the field of investment in order to draw additional foreign direct investments in both directions. as lebanon is set to start the phase of oil and gas exploration, the efforts resulting from the lebanese government’s attempts to maintain political stability and the developments witnessed in the private sector, demonstrate that lebanon is still an attractive country for investment. this panel provides a platform for businessmen, entrepreneurs, and government institutions from both sides to explore boundless mutual opportunities.

• Moderator: Mr. Rick Mitry-Mitry Lawyers Co-Founder And Partner, Practises In International Law And Human Rights Law As Well As In Criminal And Commercial Litigation.
• Panelists:
  • Dr. Nabil Itani; Chairman Of IDAL
    Creating Linkages Between Lebanon And Its Diaspora
  • Mr. Fawaz Sankari; Executive General Manager Of Bank Of Sydney
    Banking Beyond Borders
  • Dr. Anthony Hasham; Founder And Managing Director Of Australian Consulting Engineers
    The Position Of The Lebanese Diaspora In The Construction Industry Within Sydney, Australia
  • Fouad Deiri; Founder Of Deicorp Construction Development
    Investment And Trade Relations Support Between Australia, Lebanon And The Middle East
• Keynote Speaker: The Hon. Ray Craig Williams; Minister For Multiculturalism And The Minister For Disability Services In New South Wales

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13:00 - 14:30 LUNCH

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14:30 – 16:00 PANEL 3: LEBANON AND AUSTRALIA – TOWARDS STRONGER TRADE RELATIONS

Underpinned by strong connections due to the wide presence of a successful lebanese diaspora in australia, lebanon enjoys friendly bilateral relations with australia. trade exchange is one of the important facets of those relations; it needs to be expanded and constitutes a fertile field to invest in. for the purpose of enhancing further the solid relations existing between australia and lebanon, lde oceania 2018 allows the australian and lebanese entrepreneurs, traders and businessmen to engage in developing this field through pursuing means to facilitate issues related to customs laws and regulations, transfer of funds, transport, insurance, delivery and receipt operations.

• Moderator: Mr. Ibrahim Charara - Diplomat At The Ministry Of Foreign Affairs And Emigrants
• Panelists:
  • Mr. Michel Rizk; Head Of Trade Relations Between Australia And Lebanon
    Boosting The Export Of Lebanese Products And Services To Australia And Promoting Beirut As A Hub For Australian Companies To Transact In The Middle East Region.
  • Mr. Roland Jabbour; President Of The Australian Arab Chamber Of Commerce And Industry
    Challenges Facing The Trade And Investment Relations Between Australia And Lebanon
  • Mr. Miltos Michaelas; Chief Executive Officer Of Bank Of Sydney
    Stronger Financial And Banking Connectivity As A Key Enabler Of Trade Growth: The Experience Of Bank Of Sydney
  • Mr. Gary Dowes; Senior Trade Adviser At Austrade / NSW Business Chamber
    The Available Resources To Assist In Promoting Future Business With Australia
  • Mr. Fady Zouky OAM; President Of Australia Lebanon Chamber Of Commerce And Industry
    Positive Marketing Underpins Trade Relations
  • Mr. Hassan Moussa; President Of Australian Arab Business Council
    Australian Lebanese Business People Can Be A Critical Conduit For Stronger Cultural And Trade Connections Between Australia And Lebanon

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14:30 – 16:00 PANEL 4: THE AUSTRALIAN MODEL AND EDUCATIONAL EXCHANGE

Australia is a leading country in the world of educational research and development and is known for adopting new technologies at a faster rate than most other countries in the world. hence, one of the biggest draws for international students interested in studying in australia is the quality of scientific research. for all that, many students and lebanese youth have followed the path of their lebanese peers to seek better opportunities. in the light of the above, this panel stresses the importance of fostering academic cooperation/partnership and student exchange between both countries to keep up with the latest developments.

• Moderator: Mrs. Eva Melhem - Lecturer/Academic
• Panelists:
  • Dr. Jamal Rifi; General Practitioner
    Achievements And Future Of Australian Lebanese Foundation
  • Dr. Jospeh Jabra; President Of Lebanese American University
    Collaboration Between The Lebanese And Australian Higher Education Universities
  • Dr. Saad Ramadan; Academic Researcher At The University Of NEWCASTLE Australia
    Translational Biotechnology
  • Dr. Tony Rizk; Executive Director At Deakin University
    Transformational Leadership
  • Dr. Ali Abbas; Professor At The Faculty Of Engineering & IT At The University Of Sydney
    Energy And Waste Research: Barriers And Opportunities In Engineering Cooperation And Exchange
  • Mr. Saad Abou Chakra; Chairman Of EDUGATES International
    Important Trends In School Buildings And Modern Technologies In Education

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16:00 – 17:30 PANEL 5: HEALTH CARE – THE LEBANESE DOCTOR IN AUSTRALIA

One of the characteristics of lebanon is its permeating presence in the world and the reflection of this presence on the various fields of work in which its citizens have engaged. the thriving field of medicine in lebanon meets the success of the lebanese doctors abroad who moved to study in the most prestigious universities of the world and eventually settled in their respective countries of study. a successful example is the australian lebanese medical association (alma) which was founded a few years ago by australian health professionals of lebanese background. the aim of this panel is to seize collaboration opportunities between the health researchers and doctors in both countries, taking advantage of the leading role that lebanon occupies in the middle east region in the field of healthcare and sharing the latest medical and biotechnological developments in this domain.

• Moderator: Dr. Walid Ahmar-President Of The Australian Lebanese Medical Association And President Of The International Lebanese Medical Association
• Panelists:
  • Professor Sonia Saad; Senior Research Fellow Of Medicine At University Of Sydney
    Building Bridges For Successful Medical Research Collaborative Programs Between Australia And Lebanon: Challenges And Possible Solutions.
  • Dr. Mustapha Alameddin; President Of The Lebanese Overseas Trained Doctors In Australia
    The Role Of A General Practitioner And The Potential For Lebanon-Helping Lebanon Expand
  • Dr. Sumaya Aboulhosn; Dentist
    Oral Health Of Children, Causes, Prevention, The Australian Model
  • Dr. Marwan Obaid; Consultant Endocrinologist And Clinical Lecturer At The University Of NSW
    Diabetes And Primary Prevention In Lebanon
  • Dr. John McGuire; Managing Partner Of Brisbane Private Imaging
    How Australia Can Help Lebanon In Radiology- Training, Equipment And Knowledge
  • Dr. Charbel Sandroussi; Clinical Associate Professor At The University Of Sydney
    Liver Transplantation, Organ Donation And Complex Foregut Oncology. Centralisation And Improvement In Outcomes
  • Professor Afif Hadj; First General Surgeon In Victoria
    Road Trauma- Lessons Learnt In Australia And The Implications For Lebanon

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16:00 – 17:30 PANEL 6: LEBANON AND OCEANIA –CULTURAL HERITAGE, SOCIAL TIES AND MEDIA INFLUENCE

Among immigrant communities from the middle east, the lebanese diaspora in oceania represents the largest single community. hence, the cultural and social ties between lebanon and oceania have been underpinned by the contributions made to the region’s social and cultural life by the lebanese diaspora. yet, lebanese migrants have always thought to maintain contact with their roots in lebanon. arising from the need to revive the rich cultural heritage of lebanon, this panel sheds light on ideas and initiatives targeting cultural and social exchange between lebanon and oceania.

Part 1: Culture Heritage And Social Ties

• Moderator: Mr. Camille Lattouf-Architect And Director Of The Lebanese Film Festival In Australia
• Panelists:
  • Mr. Jospeh Assaf AM; Expert In Multicultural Communication And Founder And Chairman Of Ethnic Business Award
    The Values Of Diversity
  • Mrs. Daizy Gedeon; Filmmaker
    Is Ignorance Of The “Real” Lebanon Causing Disengagement Amongst The Diaspora?
  • Sister Elham Geagea; Chief Executive Officer Of The Maronite Sisters Of The Holy Family Village
    A Journey Of Outstanding Contribution To Aged-Care Lebanese Australians
  • Mrs. Chadia Hajjar; Filmmaker, Educator And Founder Of Mirath In Mind Organization
    How To Maintain Your Cultural Identity And Belong To The Country Of Origin

Part 2: Media Influence

• Moderator: Mr. Anwar Harb-Annahar Australia Newspaper
• Panelists:
  • Mr. Joseph Khouri-Al - Mustaqbal Australia Newspaper
    Arab Media In Australia
  • Mr. Antoine Kazzi-El-Telgraph Newspaper
    Contributions Of The Lebanese Media And Cultural Community In The Australian Society
  • Mr. Sayed Mikhael -Australian Correspondent For NNA Lebanon
    The Role Of Media In Strengthening Communication Between Lebanese Officials And Their Fellows In Lebanon
  • Mr. Camil Shalala -Middle East Time Magazine
    The Media And The Great Challenges
  • Mrs. Marie Missy-Marie Myssy SBS Radio
    How Radio Is Evolving Into A Multi -Platform Media
  • Mrs. Suzan Hourani-Sawtelghad Australia
    Media Inclusiveness And Press Exchange, The Greatest Challenges And Ability To Influence The Conscience

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17:45 - 19:00 CLOSING CEREMONY – RECOMMENDATIONS, HONOREES AND AWARDS

• Master Of Ceremony: Mrs. Nisrine Khadra Daher-Marketing And Community Relations Bank Of Sydney
• Keynote Speaker: The Hon. Shaoquett Moselmane, MLC-Opposition Whip In The Legislative Council Parliament Of New South Wales