Qatar to fund and build solar power plant in Lebanon

During his visit to Beirut on October 16, 2026, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani announced that Qatar will fully fund and construct a new solar power plant in Lebanon. The project is a collaborative effort between QatarEnergy and the French company TotalEnergies and is intended to be delivered to Lebanon with zero cost to the Lebanese government.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam highlighted the critical nature of this initiative, as the country is currently grappling with a severe financial crisis. The state-owned electricity utility in Lebanon has long been a major driver of public debt, accumulating approximately $40 billion in losses in recent years. Addressing the instability of the national power grid is considered essential for the survival of the Lebanese economy.

The Lebanese government plans to submit the project for official approval by the Council of Ministers immediately. The implementation of this solar plant is expected to alleviate some of the financial burden caused by the struggling electricity sector.