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Lebanon · Country watch

Lebanon's Reconstruction, Fuel Strike Impact

Lebanon's reconstruction efforts advance, while the fuel strike continues to disrupt logistics and daily operations.

· · 3 sources

The picture Deteriorating

Lebanon's business conditions are deteriorating as the fuel strike continues to disrupt logistics, while public dissatisfaction with government efforts grows, impacting morale and operational stability.

In this briefing Nawaf Salam · Government of Lebanon · Sheikh Abdul Hussein Sadiq · Gulf Cooperation Council

Regulation

  • public-sector
  • construction

PM Nawaf Salam announces hospital reconstruction

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced plans to begin the second phase of reconstruction in southern Lebanon, focusing on five hospitals. Salam emphasized the government's commitment to restoring essential services, including schools and hospitals, to facilitate the return of displaced residents. This initiative is part of a broader effort to stabilize the region and improve living conditions, according to An-Nahar. The government aims to ensure that state presence is felt in areas where people can return safely.

Impact Construction firms and suppliers see new opportunities as the government begins hospital reconstruction in southern Lebanon.

Sources: An-Nahar النهار ↗

Disruption

Nothing significant reported today.

Internal tension

  • public-sector

Sheikh Sadiq criticizes lack of progress in Lebanon

Sheikh Abdul Hussein Sadiq criticized the Lebanese government's efforts, stating that many Lebanese view them as ineffective due to a lack of tangible results. Speaking during a meeting with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Sadiq emphasized the need for agreements within the framework of UN Resolution 1701 to prevent escalation with Israel, Almaner News reports. The criticism reflects growing frustration among Lebanese citizens regarding the government's handling of national issues.

Impact Public-sector workers and citizens express dissatisfaction with the government's progress, potentially affecting morale and productivity.

Sources: Almaner News ↗

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

Nothing significant reported today.

Trade

  • finance

Gulf remittances reach $161 billion in 2025

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) recorded the highest global value of worker remittances in 2025, totaling $161 billion, according to Leb Economy. This represents a 13.6% increase from 2024, with a $19 billion rise. The significant growth in remittances highlights the economic activities and labor force contributions of expatriates in the GCC region.

Impact Lebanese families receiving remittances from Gulf countries benefit from increased financial support as GCC remittances grow.

Sources: Leb Economy ↗

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

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