Bridging Lebanon’s Governance Gap: A Dual Perspective from Public and Corporate Reform

Lebanon stands today not only at the edge of economic collapse but also at the center of a profound governance crisis. The financial meltdown that began in 2019 unveiled structural failures in public institutions—failures rooted in decades of opacity, fragmented authority, and weak accountability. Governance in Lebanon is neither inclusive nor effective; it does not serve the public interest, nor does it inspire confidence.Rebuilding the country requires more than financial aid or technocratic fixes. It demands a fundamental rethinking of how decisions are made, who is at the table, and how institutions—both public and private—are held accountable. As governance experts from public and corporate spheres, we argue that Lebanon’s recovery depends on bridging these domains. The public sector can learn from corporate governance’s discipline and structure, while the private sector must embrace transparency, public service, and inclusion traditionally associated with democratic institutions. Governance in a Complex Political Landscape Lebanon’s sectarian