Cultural Resilience and Entrepreneurial Spirit

This chapter explores a conference in Jakarta that highlights the entrepreneurial initiatives within the city, featuring inspiring stories from Asian entrepreneurs. It emphasizes the importance of engaging global audiences through events and the launch of a new magazine and website aimed at enhancing storytelling. The discussion further shifts to the cultural resilience in Beirut, showcasing how institutions like the Metropolis Cinema and the Arab Image Foundation continue to thrive despite political and financial challenges.