“Joining roots and building the regional future”: Twentieth Arab Congress began in Venezuela

The XX Arab Pan American Congress Fearab América 2026 formally began its activities at the facilities of the Venezuelan Syrian Center in Puerto La Cruz. Under the slogan of uniting roots and building the regional future, the event brings together prominent delegations from all over the continent.

The installation ceremony was attended by the prominent participation of the ambassador of the State of Palestine, Fadi Alzaben, who reaffirmed his commitment to the historical causes of his people. The opening day brought together, in an unprecedented way, the presidents of various Venezuelan Arab clubs.

The president of Fearab América, George El Alam, and the head of the Venezuelan section, Ziad Alhamad, offered words of welcome to the attendees. The meeting stands out for its inclusive nature, receiving face-to-face representatives from Panama, Cuba, Chile and the host country.

Through the use of technological tools, communities from Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina joined the plenary working tables virtually. This cooperation network seeks to consolidate strategic alliances that range from the Caribbean to the southernmost tip of the American continent.

Delegates are currently discussing an institutional agenda that encompasses issues of social, cultural and economic cooperation to strengthen the Arab heritage in the region. During the development of the event, administrative management balance sheets for previous periods will be presented.

A key point of the summit will be the election of the new Fearab América executive board for the period 2026-2029. The organization plans concrete actions to favor the Arab-American community without religious or social distinctions, prioritizing institutional unity.