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Qatar pledges a lifeline for Lebanon’s economy

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Qatar is stepping in to help Lebanon revive its struggling economy. Qatar's prime minister announced plans to rehabilitate Lebanon's crumbling electricity sector and support future reconstruction in the south. Qatar has been a long-time ally of Lebanon, offering financial aid and acting as a mediator in regional crises. QatarEnergy has partnered with France’s TotalEnergies to develop a solar power plant in Lebanon. This project aims to boost the Lebanese economy and benefit Qatari companies.

Lebanon’s state electricity company has been a major source of debt, providing only a few hours of electricity daily.

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