Lebanon
Country in Asia
In brief
Public spending on education, share of GDP: 1.2% (2024). World rank 179 of 184; in Asia, 42 of 42. HIV prevalence, ages 15–49: 0.1% (2024). World rank 1 of 153 (1 = best); in Asia, 1 of 36. Adults who use tobacco: 46.9% (2024). World rank 165 of 166 (1 = best); in Asia, 43 of 44. From 2014 to 2024: primary school enrolment 78.5% → 81.8%, secondary school enrolment 59.3% → 63.8%, and children vaccinated against measles 82% → 67%. Worse than all its neighbours (Israel and Syria): children vaccinated against measles, access to safe drinking water, and access to clean cooking fuels.