Lebanon’s widening trade deficit relies on remittances and tourism, highlighting urgent need for stronger exports.
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Lebanon economy - Saudi Arabia, Riyadh - Saudi delegation Lebanon - Nawaf Salam, Saudi Lebanese relations - export ban Saudi Arabia - Beirut One ConferenceLebanon and KSA discuss lifting ban on Lebanese exports
A Saudi technical delegation met Lebanese officials to discuss export restoration, border control, and renewed bilateral cooperation.
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Lebanon economy - Beirut One conference - Minister Amer Bisat - Investment-driven recovery - Fiscal rehabilitationEconomy Minister Bisat to the diaspora: Lebanon needs partners, not visitors
Beirut One marks Lebanon’s attempt to rebuild trust and attract investment, with Minister Bisat emphasizing diaspora partnership and economic realism.
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Lebanon economy - Lebanon - Economy - Middle East economy - Economic reform - Beirut Stock ExchangeBeirut stocks soar: Trading activity jumps sharply in October
October 2025 saw a strong rebound in Beirut Stock Exchange activity, with traded shares and values surging, led by the banking sector, despite a slight dip in overall market capitalization.
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Lebanon economy - Lebanon - Economy - Lebanon car safety - Parallel car imports - Road safety - Unofficial car imports - Automotive Importers AssociationUnsafe imports: AIA sounds the alarm
Lebanon’s booming parallel car market poses serious safety risks as vehicles imported outside official channels miss manufacturer recalls, warranties, and maintenance, leaving drivers vulnerable on the road.
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Lebanon economy - Inflation - Economic crisis - cost of living - low income - purchasing powerLebanon: The most expensive country to live in, yet among the lowest in income
Lebanon faces soaring living costs, collapsing incomes, and worsening inequality amid economic crisis and weak reforms.
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Lebanon economy - Lebanon - Economy - Inflation - Financial crisis - Unemployment - Currency collapse - GDP - Inflation rate - Exchange rateLebanon’s economy in numbers: A complex reality with layered challenges
Lebanon’s economy is struggling with inflation, unemployment, and a collapsing currency, but ongoing efforts and resilience offer hope for recovery.
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