Episode 74 - Lebanon defaults
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Discussion on default begins at 19:45.
Ben and Nizar are joined by economist Marwan Mikhael, former head of research for Blominvest, to discuss Lebanon's decision to default and where the country goes from here.
Also covered: coronavirus, lira fluctuations, and the financial prosecutor's move against the banks.
Music track: Zuhal by Elepheel, check out his other work @elepheel
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Music track: Zuhal by Elepheel, check out his other work @elepheel
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