Beirut (Enmaeya News) — Lebanon has recorded the second-highest public debt-to-GDP ratio among Arab countries, reaching 164.1% by the end of 2024, according to the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) report published in April 2025.

The findings, shared by Middle East Economy, place Sudan at the top with a staggering 272%, followed by Lebanon and Bahrain at 134%. This reflects Lebanon’s deepening fiscal crisis amid stalled reforms, currency collapse, and prolonged political paralysis.

The country’s soaring debt burden continues to threaten economic stability and social recovery, highlighting the urgent need for bold restructuring measures and international support.