Reviving Lebanon’s Economy  | ISPI

Reviving Lebanon’s Economy

Lebanon’s recovery depends on linking economic reform with security stabilization, disarmament, credible governance, and digital modernization to rebuild trust and attract investment.

Since 2019, the country has faced economic instability, limited state capacity, compromised sovereignty, and persistent regional tensions.

A recent proposal by United States Special Envoy Tom Barrack reaffirmed the need to centralize all arms under state control, while renewing focus on border demarcations with Syria and Israel.

The firm stance showed by several international donors — no aid without disarmament — underscores that true recovery hinges on addressing these security challenges directly.

Restoring both domestic and international confidence in the Lebanese government will ultimately depend on taking tangible steps towards economic revival.

Author’s summary: Lebanon needs economic reform and security stabilization.

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Italian Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI) Italian Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI) — 2025-10-21