Lebanon

Lebanon is a parliamentary democratic republic, located in Western Asia. Islam is the predominant religion. Its capital is Beirut. About 5.8 million people live there (2025).

Capital

Beirut

Population

5,849,421 (2025)

Region

Asia (Western Asia)

Area

10,452 km²

Demonym

Lebanese

Languages

Arabic, French

Form of Government

Parliamentary democratic republic

Religion

Islam (67.8%)
Christianity (32.4%)
Druze (4.5%)

Currency

Lebanese pound (LBP)

GDP

$26.0B (2024)