“We cannot allow such a vital link with our homeland to be severed. The Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro is more than a simple diplomatic representation; it is a symbol of our connection, of our identity. Closing its doors would be like erase part of our history, our culture, our very essence.
We must fight to keep it open, not just for convenience, but for the preservation of our heritage and the essential support it offers to the Lebanese community here in Brazil. We cannot remain silent in the face of this threat. United, we will defend our consulate and everything it represents!”
Some testimonials in videos from representatives of the Lebanese community and Lebanese-Brazilian entities, as well as religious leaders, politicians, artists, influencers and friends of Lebanon. These are incisive and moving statements, requesting that the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro not be closed.
The step in going back on the decree not to close the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro was a wise and fair decision. Congratulations to Confelibra for its work in defending the position of the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and Brazil.
We congratulate the president of Confelibra for his firm position in making the Lebanese government go back on not closing the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro, this diplomatic institution that is so historic for the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and Brazil.
Congratulations to the Lebanese community, the institutions and Churches and Confelibra who came together to preserve the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. Their joint effort is an inspiring example of solidarity and unity.
Congratulations Confrelibra for maintaining the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro! The Consulate represents the important history and memory of Lebanese immigration to Brazil and the union of the two countries. Your descendants are grateful.
Congratulations to CONFELIBRA for the courage, attitude, initiative and commitment to defending what rightfully belongs to the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro!
Congratulations Confelibra: defending the maintenance of the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro is consolidating Lebanism and strengthening relations between Brazil and Lebanon!
Confelibra certainly made its most important contribution to the native Lebanese and their descendants by ensuring the continuity of the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro. I can say that our ethnic group, standing, says: Congratulations Confelibra!
On behalf of FELIBRA Ceará, I express our satisfaction with the maintenance of the glorious Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. We are all congratulated and grateful to the President of CONFELIBRA, DR. ROGER BASSIL for his great and successful commitment in this sense!
The permanence of the Lebanese Consulate is important for its wonderful cultural work.
Thank you CONFELIBRA! Rio thanks you for your contribution to the continuity of the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro.
Under the leadership of the newly elected president, Dr. Roger Hanna Bassil, the National Confederation of Lebanese-Brazilian Entities (CONFELIBRA) as soon as it learned of the decision taken by the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and immigrants 02/28/2024 to include in the ministerial council agenda the closure of some embassies in Latin America and the historic Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro, due to the strange reason of cuting costs, a phenomenal and brilliant campaign to prevent the closure of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro started. Discover how we joined forces and overcame challenges to achieve a meaningful victory.
“Faced with the imminent threat of closing the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro, we could not remain inert. This was not just an attack on an institution, but rather a blow against our history, our identity and our community. The Consulate is not just a building or a bureaucracy; it is the beating heart of the Lebanese diaspora in Brazil. It is the place where our ancestors disembarked in search of new opportunities, where they found support and solidarity to build a new life in Brazilian lands. It is a vital link that unites our two nations, strengthening cultural, economic and human ties for decades.
Closing the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro would erase part of our history, disrespect the legacy of our ancestors and seriously harm our community. We couldn’t allow that to happen. We had to come together, raise our voices and show the Lebanese government the vital importance of this Consulate for us, Lebanese and descendants, here in Brazil. It is not just about keeping an institution open, but about preserving our identity, our culture, our memory and our Lebanese pride. Together, we could and should fight for the permanence of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. Our history, our community and our future depend on it.
And that’s how the National Confederation of Lebanese-Brazilian Entities (Confelibra) started the campaign not to close the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro.”
The mobilization of the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and throughout Brazil has been truly inspiring. From the first moment, we witnessed unwavering support, a solidarity that transcends borders and unites hearts in favor of a common cause.
Friends, Lebanese-Brazilian institutions and religious leaders joined us, side by side, to defend the permanence of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro and amplify our voice in every possible instance. This joining of forces not only strengthens our cause, but also demonstrates our community’s resilience and determination to preserve our roots, our history and our identity.
Together, we are proving that when we come together, we are capable of overcoming any challenge. We are deeply grateful to every individual, every organization, and every faith leader who has stood up alongside us in this battle. It is with this unity and determination that we will continue to fight until our cause is victorious and the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro remains open, as a living symbol of our community and our history. Together we are stronger!
The strategy of amplifying our message has been crucial in reaching a wider audience and raising awareness about the importance of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. Establishing strategic partnerships with social media, the press and Lebanese TV has been a fundamental step in this direction.
Through regular press releases, we highlight not only the vital importance of the consulate, but also the tireless efforts of our campaign to preserve it. These partnerships have allowed us to reach a global audience, sharing our message with Lebanese and supporters around the world, generating support and solidarity on an even larger scale.
The power of the media is undeniable, and we are leveraging this tool to ensure our voices are heard far and wide. We sincerely thank all the media outlets that joined us on this journey, helping to highlight the importance of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro and the urgency of its preservation. Together, we will continue to utilize every opportunity to champion our cause and ensure that our consulate remains a living symbol of our community and our history.
Through regular press releases, we highlight not only the vital importance of the consulate, but also the tireless efforts of our campaign to preserve it. These partnerships have allowed us to reach a global audience, sharing our message with Lebanese and supporters around the world, generating support and solidarity on an even larger scale.
The power of the media is undeniable, and we are leveraging this tool to ensure our voices are heard far and wide. We sincerely thank all the media outlets that joined us on this journey, helping to highlight the importance of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro and the urgency of its preservation. Together, we will continue to utilize every opportunity to advocate our cause and ensure that our consulate remains a living symbol of our community and our history.
The strength and solidarity demonstrated by the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and throughout Brazil are truly inspiring. From the beginning, we united our voices in a common cause: preserving the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro.
Through a petition, we were able to amplify our message and mobilize support on an impressive scale. With the support of the Lebanese community, Lebanese-Brazilian institutions, religious leaders, friends and even artists, we reached the impressive mark of more than 30 thousand signatures. Each of these signatures represents not just an individual, but a family, a group, a community united in defense of our historical, cultural and emotional ties with Lebanon.
These signatures are more than just names on a list; They are testimonies of our commitment and determination to preserve our identity and history. They show the world that we are united and ready to fight for what is most precious to us.
We deeply thank each individual, family and community who contributed to this petition, which is open for more signatures. It is with this unity and determination that we will continue our fight until the threat of closing the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro is completely dispelled. Together we are stronger!
Today, we celebrate the victory that is truly ours, an achievement that reflects the strength, determination and unity of our community. Thanks to the unwavering support of every individual, every family, every institution and every religious leader who joined us on this journey, we were able to convince the Lebanese government to keep the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro open.
This victory is not just a personal achievement, but a collective triumph, a testament to the power of solidarity and determination in the face of adversity. Confelibra, our collective voice, played a key role in this process, leading our efforts with unwavering passion and commitment.
We thank each individual who signed our petition, each person who shared our message, each religious leader who gave us their support, each institution who stood up alongside us. This victory belongs to you, it belongs to all of us.
May this historic achievement inspire us to continue united in favor of our community, our history and our identity. May it serve as a powerful reminder that when we come together, we are capable of overcoming any challenge.
Our journey may have come to an end for now, as the danger of closure has not yet dissipated. Our commitment to preserving our ties to Lebanon and strengthening our community remains stronger than ever.
Thank you to everyone who joined us on this historic journey. Let us always remain alert, as we have won an important battle, but not the danger of other battles that are out there. Together, we are unstoppable!
This page highlights the extraordinary mobilization of the Lebanese-Brazilian community and the campaign by the National Confederation of Lebanese-Brazilian Entities (Confelibra) to prevent the closure of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. Through strategic partnerships, effective communication and collective unity, we achieved a significant victory for our community.
Under the leadership of the newly elected president, Dr. Roger Hanna Bassil, the National Confederation of Lebanese-Brazilian Entities (CONFELIBRA) as soon as it learned of the decision taken by the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and immigrants 02/28/2024 to include in the ministerial council agenda the closure of some embassies in Latin America and the historic Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro, due to the strange reason of cuting costs, a phenomenal and brilliant campaign to prevent the closure of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro started. Discover how we joined forces and overcame challenges to achieve a meaningful victory.
“We cannot allow such a vital link with our homeland to be severed. The Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro is more than a simple diplomatic representation; it is a symbol of our connection, of our identity. Closing its doors would be like erase part of our history, our culture, our very essence.
We must fight to keep it open, not just for convenience, but for the preservation of our heritage and the essential support it offers to the Lebanese community here in Brazil. We cannot remain silent in the face of this threat. United, we will defend our consulate and everything it represents!”
Some testimonials in videos from representatives of the Lebanese community and Lebanese-Brazilian entities, as well as religious leaders, politicians, artists, influencers and friends of Lebanon. These are incisive and moving statements, requesting that the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro not be closed.
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The step in going back on the decree not to close the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro was a wise and fair decision. Congratulations to Confelibra for its work in defending the position of the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and Brazil.
We congratulate the president of Confelibra for his firm position in making the Lebanese government go back on not closing the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro, this diplomatic institution that is so historic for the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and Brazil.
Congratulations to the Lebanese community, the institutions and Churches and Confelibra who came together to preserve the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. Their joint effort is an inspiring example of solidarity and unity.
Congratulations Confrelibra for maintaining the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro! The Consulate represents the important history and memory of Lebanese immigration to Brazil and the union of the two countries. Your descendants are grateful.
Congratulations to CONFELIBRA for the courage, attitude, initiative and commitment to defending what rightfully belongs to the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro!
Congratulations Confelibra: defending the maintenance of the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro is consolidating Lebanism and strengthening relations between Brazil and Lebanon!
Confelibra certainly made its most important contribution to the native Lebanese and their descendants by ensuring the continuity of the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro. I can say that our ethnic group, standing, says: Congratulations Confelibra!
On behalf of FELIBRA Ceará, I express our satisfaction with the maintenance of the glorious Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. We are all congratulated and grateful to the President of CONFELIBRA, DR. ROGER BASSIL for his great and successful commitment in this sense!
The permanence of the Lebanese Consulate is important for its wonderful cultural work.
Thank you CONFELIBRA! Rio thanks you for your contribution to the continuity of the Lebanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro.
“Faced with the imminent threat of closing the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro, we could not remain inert. This was not just an attack on an institution, but rather a blow against our history, our identity and our community. The Consulate is not just a building or a bureaucracy; it is the beating heart of the Lebanese diaspora in Brazil. It is the place where our ancestors disembarked in search of new opportunities, where they found support and solidarity to build a new life in Brazilian lands. It is a vital link that unites our two nations, strengthening cultural, economic and human ties for decades.
Closing the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro would erase part of our history, disrespect the legacy of our ancestors and seriously harm our community. We couldn’t allow that to happen. We had to come together, raise our voices and show the Lebanese government the vital importance of this Consulate for us, Lebanese and descendants, here in Brazil. It is not just about keeping an institution open, but about preserving our identity, our culture, our memory and our Lebanese pride. Together, we could and should fight for the permanence of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. Our history, our community and our future depend on it.
And that’s how the National Confederation of Lebanese-Brazilian Entities (Confelibra) started the campaign not to close the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro.”
The mobilization of the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and throughout Brazil has been truly inspiring. From the first moment, we witnessed unwavering support, a solidarity that transcends borders and unites hearts in favor of a common cause.
Friends, Lebanese-Brazilian institutions and religious leaders joined us, side by side, to defend the permanence of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro and amplify our voice in every possible instance. This joining of forces not only strengthens our cause, but also demonstrates our community’s resilience and determination to preserve our roots, our history and our identity.
Together, we are proving that when we come together, we are capable of overcoming any challenge. We are deeply grateful to every individual, every organization, and every faith leader who has stood up alongside us in this battle. It is with this unity and determination that we will continue to fight until our cause is victorious and the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro remains open, as a living symbol of our community and our history. Together we are stronger!
The strategy of amplifying our message has been crucial in reaching a wider audience and raising awareness about the importance of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro. Establishing strategic partnerships with social media, the press and Lebanese TV has been a fundamental step in this direction.
Through regular press releases, we highlight not only the vital importance of the consulate, but also the tireless efforts of our campaign to preserve it. These partnerships have allowed us to reach a global audience, sharing our message with Lebanese and supporters around the world, generating support and solidarity on an even larger scale.
The power of the media is undeniable, and we are leveraging this tool to ensure our voices are heard far and wide. We sincerely thank all the media outlets that joined us on this journey, helping to highlight the importance of the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro and the urgency of its preservation. Together, we will continue to utilize every opportunity to champion our cause and ensure that our consulate remains a living symbol of our community and our history.
The strength and solidarity demonstrated by the Lebanese community in Rio de Janeiro and throughout Brazil are truly inspiring. From the beginning, we united our voices in a common cause: preserving the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro.
Through a petition, we were able to amplify our message and mobilize support on an impressive scale. With the support of the Lebanese community, Lebanese-Brazilian institutions, religious leaders, friends and even artists, we reached the impressive mark of more than 30 thousand signatures. Each of these signatures represents not just an individual, but a family, a group, a community united in defense of our historical, cultural and emotional ties with Lebanon.
These signatures are more than just names on a list; They are testimonies of our commitment and determination to preserve our identity and history. They show the world that we are united and ready to fight for what is most precious to us.
We deeply thank each individual, family and community who contributed to this petition, which is open for more signatures. It is with this unity and determination that we will continue our fight until the threat of closing the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro is completely dispelled. Together we are stronger!
Today, we celebrate the victory that is truly ours, an achievement that reflects the strength, determination and unity of our community. Thanks to the unwavering support of every individual, every family, every institution and every religious leader who joined us on this journey, we were able to convince the Lebanese government to keep the Consulate General of Lebanon in Rio de Janeiro open.
This victory is not just a personal achievement, but a collective triumph, a testament to the power of solidarity and determination in the face of adversity. Confelibra, our collective voice, played a key role in this process, leading our efforts with unwavering passion and commitment.
We thank each individual who signed our petition, each person who shared our message, each religious leader who gave us their support, each institution who stood up alongside us. This victory belongs to you, it belongs to all of us.
May this historic achievement inspire us to continue united in favor of our community, our history and our identity. May it serve as a powerful reminder that when we come together, we are capable of overcoming any challenge.
Our journey may have come to an end for now, as the danger of closure has not yet dissipated. Our commitment to preserving our ties to Lebanon and strengthening our community remains stronger than ever.
Thank you to everyone who joined us on this historic journey. Let us always remain alert, as we have won an important battle, but not the danger of other battles that are out there. Together, we are unstoppable!
