In Lebanon the prevailing attitude towards foreign investment is positive. This is attested to by the large number of investment treaties, laws and decrees passed by the Lebanese government over the past decade, with a view to encouraging such foreign investment.

Lebanon's positive attitude towards encouraging foreign investment into the country is further reflected in its free market economy, the absence of controls on the movement of capital and foreign exchange, its highly educated labour force and limited restrictions on investors. Further, full foreign ownership of businesses in Lebanon is free and subject to a limited number of restrictions.

The Investment Development Authority of Lebanon (IDAL) is the national investment promotion agency established in 1994 with the aim of promoting Lebanon as a key investment destination, in addition to attracting, facilitating and retaining investments in the country.