Sectarianism and business associations in postwar Lebanon

Abstract

Analyzes the balance of power and business associations in postwar Lebanon. Ways in which the term sectarian balance has been used in the Lebanese context; Background of the business associations in the country; Information about Beirut Traders Association (BTA); Overview of the Lebanese war and the BTA; Analysis of the first postwar election and second postwar election; Impact of the Lebanese war to its polity, economy and society.