… BECAUSE IT’S TIME FOR OUR PEOPLE TO INNOVATE THEIR NEW FRONTIER

The persistent national crisis of how to effectively shape the future of our nation will not be resolved by forming the “national unity” government. This ongoing drama, however, offers endless opportunities for social, environmental and economic leaders to collaborate and transform their commitments into a true National Agenda. These are not necessarily policy commitments, but rather practical actions that will lead to attracting and sustaining the most financial, investment and development capital; human and intellectual capital; technology capital; educational, cultural, and tourism capital between now and 2020.

The National Summit aims to discuss the commitments that will point us to the Lebanon we seek:

• How can Lebanon survive today's political soap operas?
  
• Is Lebanon becoming less tolerant, and how do we cope with such debt?
  
• Can Lebanese arts and music tell us who we are, and what the future holds?
  
• How can we achieve sustainable health and national happiness?
  
• Which Lebanese cities will emerge as tomorrow's creative powers?
  
• How can Lebanon become the regional green lab?
  
• Can our companies, theatres, and universities put our competitiveness back on track?
• How must our people control the outsourcing of the economy to family dynasties?
  
• Why must religion inspire critical thinking and "Innovation for Peace"?
  
• How can Beirut become the next great financial capital?
• What is the shape of things to come?

… SO, KAFENA BAKAH! WE OWE OUR CHILDREN A PROSPEROUS AND HAPPY FUTURE

LEBANON 2020 is based on the premise that the answers to our challenges lie within our reach, and inside our borders. They exist in the inventiveness of Lebanese entrepreneurs; in the executive boardrooms of our most powerful business leaders; in our schools; in our theaters; in the resiliency of our proud people; and, in those qualities that have made Lebanon an icon for hope on Earth. In this light, LEBANON 2020 encourages its members to shine their light and inspire others to shine theirs on this new frontier. Get out of your comfort zone, and play your part in this remarkable orchestra of ideas and commitments to facilitate a change of perspective that will forever alter the way you envision your children’s future, and shape the future of Lebanon at large.