Episode 72 - Pay or default? Part 2 - Listen - The Lebanese

Episode 72 - Pay or default? Part 2

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Discussion of the financial situation begins at 18:49. Ben and Nizar are joined by economist and historian Joane Chaker to discuss the counter arguments to last week's deep dive topic - to pay or default - and why many believe that Lebanon defaulting on the eurobond payments is necessary. Also covered: the vote of confidence, the attack on economic journalist Mohammad Zbeeb, Lebanon asks the IMF for technical assistance, and Hariri blasts Bassil. Music track: Zuhal by Elepheel, check out his other work @elepheel

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