The EBRD in Lebanon

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The EBRD has been investing in Lebanon since 2017

In Lebanon, we focus on supporting private-sector competitiveness, promoting sustainable energy supply and enhancing the quality and efficiency of public-service delivery.

At the EBRD, we partner with donors to make the economies in our regions greener, more resilient and more inclusive. To date, half of our investments are backed by donor funds.

Number of projects to date

€864m

Cumulative EBRD investment

€238m

Cumulative disbursements

100%

Private sector share of portfolio

Number of active portfolio operations

€96m

Current portfolio of projects

€85m

Operating assets

51%

Equity share of portfolio

14 July 2017

Joined the EBRD

9,860

Capital subscription (€000)

EBRD Governor: Yassine Jaber
EBRD Alternate Governor: Georges Maarrawi
EBRD Board Director: Jon Nicolaisen
EBRD Board Alternate Director: Mikko Autti

EBRD Shareholders information

In Lebanon, we focus on supporting private-sector competitiveness, promoting sustainable energy supply and enhancing the quality and efficiency of public-service delivery.

Focus areas

Supporting the private sector

The Bank is supporting private-sector competitiveness by improving the environment for private-sector development and increasing the scope of financial instruments available.

Promoting the green economy

The EBRD is investing in sustainable energy supply, fostering energy-sector reform and enhancing energy efficiency.

Enhancing public-service delivery

The Bank is working to increase the quality and efficiency of public-service delivery and supporting private-sector participation in public infrastructure.

Future business opportunities for the EBRD in Lebanon will depend on the advancement of political initiatives and reforms, as well as the regional geopolitical situation. The Bank’s focus will remain on financial institutions and the corporate sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The EBRD will also engage in extensive policy dialogue with the authorities, in cooperation with other international financial institutions, to foster reform in the infrastructure and energy sectors to encourage private-sector participation, paving the way for substantial future investment and the development of the country's business environment.

Lebanon became a shareholder of the Bank on 14 July 2017 and an EBRD country of operation on 4 September 2017.

1.9%

EBRD forecast for Lebanon’s real GDP growth in 2025

2.9%

EBRD forecast for Lebanon’s real GDP growth in 2026

The economy contracted further in 2024, by an estimated 5.7 per cent, as the war with Israel resulted in widespread displacement and damages to the country’s infrastructure and physical capital. Reconstruction financing needs are estimated at US$11 billion. Inflation continued to decrease on the backdrop of a stabilised exchange rate, reaching 15.6 per cent year on year in February 2025. Public debt reached an estimated 158 per cent of GDP in 2024.

Growth is expected to pick up to 1.9 per cent in 2025 and 2.9 per cent in 2026 provided political hurdles to implementation of critical economic reforms are reduced following the formation of the new government. In this respect, the appointment of a new central bank governor and renewed interest in an IMF-supported programme are positive developments. Finding traction on important reforms, including banking sector restructuring, remains critical for reaching agreement and regaining access to international financing and foreign investment. More broadly, risks to the outlook include resumed hostilities in the region, a delayed start to the reconstruction process and any return to political deadlock.

Contact the EBRD in Lebanon

Head of Office, Khalil Dinguizli

Address:

EBRD Lebanon Resident Office, 3rd Floor, Block B, Berytus Parks Bldg., Minet el Hosn, Beirut Central District, Lebanon PO Box: 14-5336

Telephone:

+961 1 998094

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The EBRD in Lebanon

At the EBRD, we partner with donors to make the economies in our regions greener, more resilient and more inclusive. To date, half of our investments are backed by donor funds.