Minister of Education Rima Karami began her official visit to Sydney with a meeting at the University of Sydney, where she was received by Vice President Prof. Joanne Wright. Discussions reportedly focused on enhancing academic cooperation and exchanging expertise between Lebanese and Australian universities.

Later, Minister Karami attended a luncheon hosted by Charles Assaf of Montessori Academy, where talks centered on advancing early childhood education and modern pedagogical programs. She also toured one of Australia’s leading early learning centers, Montessori Academy, to review its innovative curricula and educational facilities, praising the high standards of Australian education.

In the evening, the minister attended a concert at Government House, concluding her day with a dinner hosted by the Lebanese-Australian Foundation team, which focused on strengthening cultural and educational ties between Lebanon and Australia.