
Lebanon Faces Severe Trade Deficit and Economic Imbalance
Liliane Mokbel, 05/04 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Lebanon's trade deficit in 2024 reached $14.2 billion, accounting for approximately 50% of the country's GDP. This level, one of the highest in the world, is alarming and reflects the magnitude of the country's economic imbalances. According to statistics from the Higher Council of Customs, imports declined by 3.5%, totaling $16.9 billion, while ...