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BUSINESSLOWJun 20 · Jun 20, 2026, 2:06 PM

Lebanese Exports to Saudi Arabia Resume as First Containers Head to Jeddah

aawsat · united arab emirates

The first shipments of Lebanese exports to Saudi Arabia have departed from Beirut, marking the resumption of trade after a five year suspension imposed because of large scale smuggling of illicit goods into the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia reversed its decision last week in light of the positive results achieved through Lebanon's stricter security measures at ports, airports, and land border crossings.

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