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Lebanon aims to lure back wealthy Gulf tourists to jumpstart its war-torn economy
After a bruising war between Israel and Hezbollah, Lebanon’s new leaders sense an opportunity to revitalize the country’s ...
IMF sees 'some progress' on Lebanon reforms, says external support needed
Lebanon has made progress on reforms needed to revive its economy but still has key steps to take and will need external ...
Lebanon aims to bring tourists back to its beaches as travel bans finally lift
Lebanon has been in talks with the International Monetary Fund for years over a recovery plan that would include billions in ...
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Lebanon on bumpy road to public transportation revival
Lebanon’s public transport system never recovered from the devastating civil war between 1975 and 1990 that left the country ...
Iranian minister says Tehran backs Lebanon in its push to end Israel's military presence
Iran’s foreign minister says Tehran supports Lebanon’s efforts to pressure Israel to end its military presence in parts of ...
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Don’t have money, bus card will do: Can Lebanon’s new public transport system get Beirut moving again?
On Beirut’s chaotic, car-choked streets, Lebanese student Fatima Fakih rides a shiny purple bus to university, one of a fleet ...
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In a bid to aid its economy, Lebanon hopes to return to golden age of tourism
Once known as the "Riviera of the Middle East", Lebanon lost its status as popular tourist destination when it became caught ...
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IMF says Lebanon needs soft loans for economic recovery
Lebanon has made progress on reforms needed to revive its economy but still has key steps to take and will need external funding on concessional terms, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on ...