Lebanon

Lebanon, officially the Lebanese Republic, is a country in the Middle East located on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It borders Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south, while Cyprus is to the west across the Mediterranean. The capital is Beirut. Lebanese culture is known for its historical and religious diversity, with a population that includes Christians, Sunni Muslims, Shia Muslims, and Druze. Lebanon has a rich and complex history, with Phoenician, Roman, Arab, Ottoman, and French influences. Lebanon's economy is based on services such as banking and tourism, but it has faced significant challenges, including regional conflicts and economic crises. The country is famous for its historical sites, such as the Roman ruins of Baalbek, the ancient city of Byblos, and the Qadisha Valley, as well as for its cuisine and the vibrant cultural and nightlife scene in Beirut. Population of Lebanon from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 6.8 million inhabitants. 2019: Approximately 6.9 million inhabitants. 2020: Approximately 6.8 million inhabitants. Capital (Beirut): Population in 2020: About 2.4 million inhabitants. Top 10 cities by number of inhabitants in 2020: (Figures are approximate) Beirut: ~2.4 million Tripoli: ~730,000 Sidon: ~200,000 Tyre: ~175,000 Zahle: ~150,000 Baalbek: ~82,608 Byblos: ~30,000 Jounieh: ~96,315 Nabatieh: ~120,000 Batroun: ~10,000 Administrative Divisions: Lebanon is divided into 8 governorates. Governorates: Beirut, Mount Lebanon, North, Akkar, Baalbek-Hermel, Beqaa, Nabatieh, South. GDP in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About $54 billion. 2019: About $52 billion. 2020: Approximately $33 billion (estimate). Public deficit in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Not available. % GDP/government debt ratio from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Not available. Unemployment rate % from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 6.6%. 2019: Approximately 6.7%. 2020: Estimated to be around 6.8%. Inflation Rate from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Around 6%. 2019: Approximately 2.9%. 2020: Around 84.9%.