Country: 
Lebanon
Governorates: 
Akkar
Professions: 
Diplomat
Field(s) of expertise: 
Diplomacy International Relations
Areas of Impact: 
Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

Personal information

Abir Ali
Diplomatic Counselor

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+9613609835

Contact information (Work)

Community/Lebanon Impact

For over two decades, Abir Ali has dedicated herself to serving as a diplomat for the Lebanese government, undertaking diverse roles and responsibilities that have strengthened her diplomatic expertise. Throughout her career, she has effectively communicated Lebanon's positions and engaged in constructive dialogue with host governments, civil society, and international organizations, ensuring alignment with Lebanon's interests and fostering collaboration on issues of mutual concern.
In her various postings abroad, including as Head of Mission in Bahrain and the Netherlands, she has demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills, drafting work plans and ensuring their successful implementation in the face of evolving circumstances. Despite being personally affected by the devastating explosion in Lebanon, as her residence was located near the port, she remained steadfast in her commitment to leading a team to achieve required results efficiently. By coordinating aid between donor countries and Lebanese recipients during this challenging time, she exemplified resilience and dedication to serving her country amidst adversity.
She has a proven track record of negotiating policy changes in favor of Lebanon, showcasing her ability to influence decision-making processes and achieve positive outcomes.

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Education

Education: 
  • MA in International Relations (Cum Laude) – Leiden University, The Netherlands (2017).​
  • Degree in Law (Licence en Droit) – Lebanese University (1999).
  • Bachelor of Arts in Economics – American University of Beirut (1994).​​
  • Extracurricular courses on History of Italy and History of Italian Art (Rome, 2005-2008).

Work history

Previous Professions: 
  • October 2024 – present: Consul General of Lebanon a.i.  – Consulate General of Lebanon in Alexandria, Egypt.
  • March 2024 – September 2024: Diplomatic Counsellor – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Lebanon.
  • March 2020 – February 2024: Director of Protocol – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Lebanon.
  • February 2018 – February 2020: Counsellor/Deputy Head of Mission – Embassy of Lebanon in Rome, Italy.
  • February 2013 – January 2018: Counsellor/Chargé d’Affaires ad interim – Embassy of Lebanon in The Hague, the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Head of the Permanent Representation of Lebanon to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).
  • April 2011 – January 2012:  Head of Mission/Chargé d’Affaires ad interim – Embassy of Lebanon in Bahrain, Kingdom of Bahrain.
  • September 2009 – March 2010: Political officer – Political Affairs Department – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Lebanon.
  • February 2004 – August 2009: First Secretary – Embassy of Lebanon in Rome, Italy.
  • August 2001 – January 2004: Second Secretary – Embassy of Lebanon in Washington D.C., United States of America.
  • January 2001 – July 2001: Attaché – Political Affairs Department – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Lebanon.
  • 1995 – 1999: Attaché for Emigrants – Ministry of Emigrants, Lebanon.

Competences & Skills

Field(s) of Expertise: 
  • Diplomacy
  • International Relations
Languages: 
  • Arabic
  • French
  • English
  • Italian
  • Spanish