Elie Bou Yazbeck

Assistant Director General for Technical Affairs, Ministry of Economy and Trade, Lebanon Dr. Elie Bou Yazbeck is an expert in food science, consumer protection, and market regulation with more than 20 years of experience in advancing public policy and institutional capacity across the agri-food sector. In his role as Assistant Director General for Technical Affairs at Lebanon’s Ministry of Economy and Trade, he leads the development and implementation of national policies on consumer protection, fair trade practices, and food standards. Dr. Bou Yazbeck has worked extensively with international organizations, including the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), UNDP, and IUFoST—on strengthening market systems, developing regulatory frameworks, and promoting sustainable value chains. His work focuses on enhancing transparency, accountability, and consumer confidence through evidence-based policymaking and effective enforcement mechanisms. A Ph.D. graduate from the University of Perugia