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Inflation, exchange rates undermine value of aid in Lebanon

Inflation, exchange rates undermine value of aid in Lebanon

By Kareem Chehayeb

The Lebanese pound has lost over 85% of its value to inflation since 2019. Some humanitarian agencies are calling for cash aid to be distributed in U.S. dollars — which would bring its own set of issues.

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