Lebanon
Political Risk
In addition to calling for an end to Syria’s military presence in Lebanon, UN Security Council Resolution 1559 also demands the disarmament of militia groups, primarily a reference...
2006-01-11Economy
BMI View: We anticipate real GDP growth of 3% in 2005 and 2.5% in 2006. While we revised our 2005 forecast down last month to reflect the impact of six months of political instability,...
2005-09-13Economy
Reducing the huge public debt burden must be the new finance minister's first priority.
2005-09-05Economy
On September 1, four pro-Syrian generals were charged with the murder of former prime minister, Rafik al-Hariri; Hariri was killed with 20 others in a huge car bomb in February. The...
2005-09-05Economy
We have revised our 2005 real GDP growth forecast down from 3.5% to 3%, in view of the negative impact of recent political upheavals on economic activity. However, serious long-term...
2005-08-12Economy
Lebanon has formed its first government since elections swept anti-Syrian politicians to power last month. Following three weeks of protracted political wrangling, a compromise was...
2005-08-03Economy
Our growth expectations are 3.5% in 2005 and 2.5% in 2006. However, the disruption caused by Hariri's death presents substantial downside risk to the 2005 forecast. Conversely, a...
2005-07-12Economy
Parliamentary elections took place in four regional stages in May and June, with the anti-Syrian coalition led by Saad al-Hariri and Walid Jumblatt winning 72 of the 128 seats. Former...
2005-07-12Economy
A loss of confidence in the pound triggering a devaluation remains a possibility. Among other consequences, this would have an inflationary impact. Inflation is currently estimated...
2005-05-19Economy
Parliamentary elections will take place in four regional stages on May 29, June 5, June 12 and June 19, following a decree from President Emile Lahoud issued on May 5. Until then,...
2005-05-12




