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State Owned Enterprises

State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in the Lebanese public sector are poorly defined and plagued by inefficiency, low productivity, and a lack of innovation. The government faces significant financial and…

Social Protection

In the midst of the crisis that hit Lebanon in 2019, vulnerability and poverty among the population significantly increased. In response, the Government has approved a new Pensions Law in…

Budgeting

Public budgets serve as a blueprint that guides how governments collect and allocate resources to meet the needs of their citizens. At its core, effective public budgeting ensures transparency and…

Public procurement

Public procurement is a strategic policy instrument essential to sound financial governance. Accounting for 20% to 60% of government expenditures globally, it plays a crucial role in enhancing the…

Cadastre & Land Management

Sound management of land and cadastre affairs holds substantial potential for economic and social development. It can significantly boost state revenues associated with land activities and improve…

Civil Service

A professional civil service is fundamental to effective governance and sustainable public sector reform. Lebanon faces structural challenges in managing its public workforce and strengthening civil…

Customs

Customs play a crucial role in fostering national growth and nations well-being. Strategic customs procedures and policies help safeguard revenues, protect the state's fiscal interests, and boost…

Fiscal Transparency

In Lebanon, enhancing financial transparency has become essential to securing international support for funding and investment. While the government must take action to improve transparency, citizens…

Public investment management

Public Investment Management (PIM) involves the processes by which governments select, construct, and maintain public assets essential for delivering basic public services and supporting economic…

Accounting and Audit

Accounting and auditing are cornerstones of financial performance and accountability. Lebanon faces significant challenges in adopting international standards, including regular parliamentary…

Taxation

Lebanon's tax system has long been plagued by inequalities with adverse effects on fiscal sustainability and economic activity. Modernizing the tax system is crucial for building a fair and…

Leadership & Change Management

Supporting people and institutions in envisioning, designing, and implementing policy reforms is essential for state modernization. We focus on developing key skills and competencies, such as…