Reforms Prospects in Lebanon in Light of the Mass Protests
Reforms Prospects in Lebanon in Light of the Mass Protests

Author(s): Sara Nowacka
Subject(s): Civil Society, Governance, Economic policy, Crowd Psychology: Mass phenomena and political interactions, Fiscal Politics / Budgeting, Corruption - Transparency - Anti-Corruption
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: Lebanon; mass protests; introducing new taxes; economic reforms; fighting corruption; government;
Summary/Abstract: In October, protests broke out in Lebanon following a proposal to introduce new taxes. The demonstrations, which were unprecedented in uniting members of all religious groups in Lebanon and led to the resignation of Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri, increased the chances the state will make economic reforms and fight corruption. The protesters demand new elections, which are highly unlikely because Hezbollah holds the dominant position in the government and has rejected this idea. A stable situation in Lebanon is in Poland’s interest as it provides aid to the country and Polish soldiers take part in the UNIFIL mission.

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