Patricia I. Issa

Vice President, Mediterranean Forum of Local Governments and Business

Patricia Issa is a Lebanese professional based in Italy, specializing in international affairs, economic diplomacy, and Mediterranean cooperation. She holds degrees in Finance from the American University of Beirut and International Affairs from the Lebanese American University. Patricia serves as Vice President of the Mediterranean Forum of Local Governments and Business, and as Partner & Board Member of GE Communication Company Srl, an Italian firm specializing in institutional relations and internationalization. Her work centers on cross-border negotiations and strategic partnerships, aligning Mediterranean countries around shared economic interests and turning policy dialogue into tangible opportunities for industrial collaboration, trade, investment, and co-investment. She collaborates closely with policymakers, institutions, business associations, and private-sector leaders to facilitate market access, build investment frameworks, and advance practical economic cooperation across the Mediterranean region.