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IMF demands Lebanon a primary surplus of 1.7% without additional taxes

IMF demands Lebanon a primary surplus of 1.7% without additional taxes

September 25, 2025

The IMF stressed the need for Lebanon to achieve a primary surplus of 1.7% of GDP without imposing any tax increases, while stressing the adoption of a medium-term fiscal plan to address public debt and enhance transparency in the inclusion of expenditures.

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Structuring banks between Lebanon and the IMF

Structuring banks between Lebanon and the IMF

September 24, 2025

Lebanese Minister of Economy and Trade, Amer Bassat, discussed a delegation from the International Monetary Fund, as part of the ongoing round of negotiations between Lebanon and the Fund, the country's economic and financial reform plan.

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Names of nominees of the National Media Authority to the Council of Ministers

Names of nominees of the National Media Authority to the Council of Ministers

September 23, 2025

The Parliamentary Administration and Justice Committee submitted the names of candidates for membership of the National Media Authority to the Council of Ministers, to select three members from a list of 14 candidates.

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