The Parliamentary Committee on Public Works, Transport, Energy and Water held a session at Parliament chaired by MP Sajih Atieh, with the participation of Minister of Public Works Fayez Rasamny, and committee members. The meeting was dedicated to reviewing the ministry’s action plan for the current year and discussing key infrastructure and transport files.
Following the session, Atieh said the committee listened to a comprehensive and detailed presentation of the ministry’s work plan, noting that all aspects were discussed thoroughly.
Moreover, Attieh congratulated Rasamny on the reforms implemented within the ministry, particularly improvements in administrative performance and oversight of engineering offices, stressing that these steps represent a sound and balanced start aligned with a scientific vision that takes all regions into account.
Atieh pointed out that the future plan includes essential components, notably the establishment of a regulatory authority at the airport, a clear strategy for the transport sector, and a scientific approach to public transport. He also praised the minister’s decision to open investigations into several files, especially those related to the temporary committee at Beirut Port.
Furthermore, Attieh announced agreement with Rasamny to organize specialized field visits to ports and confirmed that Qlayaat Airport is expected to begin operations within three to four months.
On public transport, Atieh said the number of operational buses has reached around 130, with plans for expansion, thanking MP Fouad Makhzoumi for pledging a donation to support the sector. He strongly condemned attacks on public buses and called on the Interior Ministry and security agencies to arrest those responsible, stressing that the committee would not tolerate the deterioration of this vital service.
Rasamny, for his part, said the session was highly important, as it brought together newly appointed directors general and board chairpersons with MPs, opening direct channels of communication between the executive and legislative branches.
The Public Works Minister explained that each official presented a brief overview of their plans and projects, enabling interactive discussion on priorities and challenges, and stressed the need for modern legislation to support reform.
Regarding airports, Rasamny reaffirmed the government’s commitment to launching Qlayaat Airport before the summer season, alongside ongoing projects at Rafic Hariri International Airport.
On public transport, the Minister rejected acts of vandalism against buses, noting that they are equipped with cameras and that offenders have been identified following coordination with Interior Minister and security chiefs. He announced plans to operate 230 buses in the current phase, increasing to 400 buses to ensure balanced coverage across all regions.
Rasamny also revealed studies under way to reactivate railway links between Tripoli, Aboudieh and Arida, as well as a feasibility study to connect Tripoli Port to the Syrian border, stressing that accountability remains a cornerstone of sustainable reform.
Following the session, Atieh said the committee listened to a comprehensive and detailed presentation of the ministry’s work plan, noting that all aspects were discussed thoroughly.
Moreover, Attieh congratulated Rasamny on the reforms implemented within the ministry, particularly improvements in administrative performance and oversight of engineering offices, stressing that these steps represent a sound and balanced start aligned with a scientific vision that takes all regions into account.
Atieh pointed out that the future plan includes essential components, notably the establishment of a regulatory authority at the airport, a clear strategy for the transport sector, and a scientific approach to public transport. He also praised the minister’s decision to open investigations into several files, especially those related to the temporary committee at Beirut Port.
Furthermore, Attieh announced agreement with Rasamny to organize specialized field visits to ports and confirmed that Qlayaat Airport is expected to begin operations within three to four months.
On public transport, Atieh said the number of operational buses has reached around 130, with plans for expansion, thanking MP Fouad Makhzoumi for pledging a donation to support the sector. He strongly condemned attacks on public buses and called on the Interior Ministry and security agencies to arrest those responsible, stressing that the committee would not tolerate the deterioration of this vital service.
Rasamny, for his part, said the session was highly important, as it brought together newly appointed directors general and board chairpersons with MPs, opening direct channels of communication between the executive and legislative branches.
The Public Works Minister explained that each official presented a brief overview of their plans and projects, enabling interactive discussion on priorities and challenges, and stressed the need for modern legislation to support reform.
Regarding airports, Rasamny reaffirmed the government’s commitment to launching Qlayaat Airport before the summer season, alongside ongoing projects at Rafic Hariri International Airport.
On public transport, the Minister rejected acts of vandalism against buses, noting that they are equipped with cameras and that offenders have been identified following coordination with Interior Minister and security chiefs. He announced plans to operate 230 buses in the current phase, increasing to 400 buses to ensure balanced coverage across all regions.
Rasamny also revealed studies under way to reactivate railway links between Tripoli, Aboudieh and Arida, as well as a feasibility study to connect Tripoli Port to the Syrian border, stressing that accountability remains a cornerstone of sustainable reform.
