Conflict with Israel derails Lebanon’s economic recovery as inflation and consumer prices rise, the global lender says.
World Bank projects 6.4% contraction for Lebanon’s economy
The World Bank said the Israel-Hezbollah conflict has severely disrupted Lebanon’s fragile recovery, predicting a 6.4% contraction in the economy.
Ceylon Chamber strengthens business links with Qatar and Lebanon
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has strengthened its international business network with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with the Qatar Sri Lanka Business Council (QSLBC), and the Chamber of …
Sri Lanka trade body strengthens business links with Qatar, Lebanon
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has signed an agreement with the Qatar Sri Lanka Business Council (QSLBC), and the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon (CCIA-BML).
Iran War Updates: Iran strikes another ship in Strait of Hormuz as Israel steps up Lebanon attacks
Israel is being condemned by Lebanese leaders for strikes in the south that killed at least 11 people, including children, according to the health ministry.
Analysis: What’s behind Lebanon-Turkey’s fast-improving relationship?
Closer ties would benefit Lebanon and Turkey, with Ankara becoming an important political, economic and security partner in the region.
Lebanon and Syria push economic reset with Damascus investment conference planned
Amer Bisat, Lebanese economy minister, tells The National the neighbours are rebuilding business ties as cash-strapped Lebanon seeks foreign capital …
Bank clients in Lebanon won’t give up trying to recover lost savings
Bank depositors in Lebanon, who lost their lifetime savings in the country’s worst financial collapse seven years ago, are not giving up.
Lebanon proposes $1mn ‘golden visa’ for low-tax residency
Lebanese lawmakers are proposing a “golden visa” that would give special tax residency status to foreigners in Lebanon in exchange for investing $1mn in the crisis-ridden country. Foreign citizens …
Rep Cammack breaks down US strategy to counter Iran, support Lebanon
Fla., joins ‘The Faulkner Focus’ to discuss President Donald Trump’s meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and the U.S. strategy to isolate Iran.