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Lebanon
parliamentary democratic republic
As a result of its location at the crossroads of three continents, the area that is modern-day Lebanon is rich in cultural and religious diversity. This region was subject to various foreign conquerors for much of its history, including the Romans, Arabs, and Ottomans. Following World War I, France acquired a mandate over the northern portion of the former Ottoman Empire province of Syria.
Profile
CapitalBeirut
Population5.4M
GDP$65.4B
Area10,400 km²
LanguageArabic (official), French, English, Armenian
CurrencyLebanese pounds (LBP) per US dollar -
Leadership
Head of State
Joseph Aoun
Since 2025
Head of Government
Nawaf Salam
Since 2025
At a Glance
Population
5.4M
GDP (PPP)
$65B
