This is Beirut 08/05 09:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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Prime Minister Nawaf Salam began a visit to the Bekaa on Thursday morning to assess security protocols at the border posts with Syria. During his visit, he praised the role of Lebanese armed forces, stating: "The army is the nation's stronghold, embodying sacrifice and loyalty." He also emphasized the importance of "supporting the military ...
This is Beirut 07/05 21:45 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Presenting a 33-page document containing substantial remarks on the banking reform bill submitted by the government, the Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon, Karim Souhaid, attended a session of the Parliamentary Finance and Budget Committee held mid-week. The session was chaired by MP Ibrahim Kanaan and attended by 40 parliamentarians, along ...
This is Beirut 07/05 20:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Lebanon continues to rank among the costliest countries for receiving money transfers, with recent data highlighting the financial strain on expatriates sending money home. In the third quarter of 2024, the average cost of transferring $500 from the United States to Lebanon rose to $31.23, representing 6.25% of the amount sent. This marks an ...
This is Beirut 07/05 19:40 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanese Army Ministry of Agriculture Customs Smuggling
On Wednesday, the Anti-Smuggling Division of the General Customs Directorate, in coordination with the Ministry of Agriculture, intercepted large quantities of agricultural products illegally smuggled into Lebanon. The confiscated goods included 1,400 kilograms of tomatoes, 800 kilograms of green peppers, 1,200 kilograms of colored peppers and ...
This is Beirut 07/05 18:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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President Joseph Aoun launched the Lebanese Red Cross Annual Fundraising campaign on Wednesday, announcing his decision to donate his salary to the humanitarian organization. President Aoun made this announcement during a meeting with a delegation from the Red Cross led by its president, Antoine Zoghbi. Aoun expressed deep appreciation for the ...
This is Beirut 07/05 18:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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In anticipation of the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit, United States Ambassador to Lebanon Lisa Johnson hosted a reception at her residence on Wednesday to honor the Lebanese delegation participating in the event. The summit, scheduled for May 11-14 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, is the premier ...
This is Beirut 07/05 16:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani announced a significant step forward in opening up regional markets to Lebanese agricultural products. In a statement to the MTV television channel, he revealed that a large portion of foreign markets are now accessible, and that from May 10, the Jordanian market will once again welcome Lebanese citrus fruits, ...
This is Beirut 07/05 15:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday that several foreign companies are interested in investing in Kleiate René Mouawad Airport, in northern Lebanon. He said that a master plan was being drawn up and that he would soon announce concrete projects during a future visit to the region. During a meeting with the Mufti of Akkar, Salam ...
This is Beirut 07/05 15:05 - Reading : less than a minute
A Lebanese security source revealed on Wednesday that Lebanon has “received assurances from Hamas that no military action will be carried out from Lebanese territory.” The source, quoted by Sky News Arabia, also disclosed that Hamas is expected to “hand over in the coming hours” a fourth suspect wanted by the Lebanese authorities for ...
Lyne Sammouri 07/05 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Project Lebanon, the 26th International Trade Exhibition for Construction, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy, kicked off by bringing together global leaders in construction, energy and environmental solutions, fostering collaboration and innovation to help Lebanon rise across the sector.
This is Beirut 07/05 13:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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President Joseph Aoun expressed optimism about Lebanon’s future during a meeting this morning at Baabda Palace with Bader Mohammed Al-Saad, Chairman of the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development. He underscored the country’s determination to rebuild the state on new foundations, with a particular focus on economic and financial ...
This is Beirut 07/05 12:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Minister of Interior Ahmad al-Hajjar assured that the ongoing electoral process is facing no significant obstacles, aside from a few minor logistical issues. Speaking from Tripoli on Wednesday morning, he emphasized that the security situation is “under control” with no major disruptions to the election process. “The most important factor is ...