Appendix_1_USAID_Lebanon_TIF_Appendix_1.docx

Appendix 1 USAID/Lebanon/Economic Growth (EG) Request for Information (RFI) Response Template

The total length of the RFI submission cannot exceed three (3) pages and must be submitted using 12 point Arial font, 8.5 x 11-inch paper (letter-sized), single-spaced, with one-inch margins, no graphics, with each page numbered consecutively. If the submitter has produced relevant reports, those reports may be included, but only as embedded links.

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A. USAID/Lebanon is interested in responses to the following specific questions. (Respondents are encouraged to review the questions and include responses to the most relevant questions in their submissions. Respondents do not need to respond to all the questions listed below.)

1. Please provide a brief overview of the key issues and challenges facing Lebanon’s economy today and constraining its growth.

2. Considering Lebanon’s current economic and financial situation, please provide your analysis on how would USAID best support economic growth, and productive job creation.

3. Briefly explain your approach for enhancing and promoting trade and investment for Lebanon.

4. Please provide your summary analysis of potential export markets for Lebanese products and services; and a strategic vision of how USAID can apply an export-led approach to economic growth. Relatedly, do you think USAID should consider supporting specific sectors? If yes, which ones?

5. Considering Lebanon’s business enabling environment, provide your opinion on how would USAID best engage the private sector to enhance competitiveness, generate growth and create jobs.

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