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Lebanese Scorecard

Country profile

Lebanon is a small Middle Eastern country located on the eastern Mediterranean, known for its diverse landscapes ranging from coastal plains to rugged mountains. It has a population of 5.8 million, a population growth rate of 0.50%, and a median age of 28.32 years.

Its history is rich with ancient Phoenician heritage, successive empires, and a blend of Arab, French, and Ottoman influences that have shaped its multicultural society.

Today, Lebanon is celebrated for its culinary traditions, vibrant arts scene, and a resilient spirit as it navigates complex political and social challenges.

Its capital city is Beirut.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Lebanon improved by 6.0% from 2021 to 2022

Unemployment Rate in Lebanon improved by 0.5% from 2022 to 2023

Inflation Rate in Lebanon worsened by 29.3% from 2022 to 2023

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Lebanon worsened by 0.2% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Lebanon worsened by 6.0% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Lebanon worsened by 1.4% from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Lebanon improved by 11.4% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Lebanon improved by 13.2% from 2022 to 2023

Freedom in the World in Lebanon worsened by 7.1% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Lebanon worsened by 19.5% from 2018 to 2019

PISA Scores (Reading) in Lebanon improved by 1.7% from 2015 to 2018

PISA Scores (Math) in Lebanon worsened by 0.8% from 2015 to 2018

Insufficient data to determine improvement.

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Lebanon worsened by 8.8% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Lebanon improved by 28.3% from 2019 to 2020

Government Effectiveness in Lebanon worsened by 8.3% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Lebanon worsened by 7.0% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Lebanon worsened by 5.6% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Lebanon worsened by 3.6% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Lebanon worsened by 2.4% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Lebanon improved by 6.6% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Lebanon improved by 7.9% from 2020 to 2021