Lebanon

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... 2006-01-11

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,... 2005-09-13

Reducing the huge public debt burden must be the new finance minister's first priority.

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... 2005-09-05

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... 2005-08-12

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... 2005-08-03

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... 2005-07-12

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... 2005-07-12

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... 2005-05-19

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