AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLebanon Economy: The World Bank says Lebanon’s real GDP will shrink 6.4% in 2026 as the Israel-Hezbollah war crushes tourism, consumption, supply chains, and investment, with inflation projected to jump to 17.5% on higher shipping costs and fuel volatility. Border Trade & Logistics: Lebanon is relaunching overland trade to Saudi Arabia and upgrading the Masnaa Border Crossing, aiming to ease friction for goods movement. Energy & Shipping Risk: Regional tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are again disrupting maritime traffic, raising costs and uncertainty for energy and essential imports. Food Safety Watch: Lebanon County restaurant inspections show mixed results, including a “Fail” for Masalaa Indian Cuisine over sanitation and storage lapses, while several other local spots passed with no violations. Regional Diplomacy: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to sign deals in France and discuss alternative transport routes and energy/logistics projects, reflecting a push to diversify away from chokepoint risk.
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