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The Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD) promotes economic and social growth across 21 Arab states through project financing and technical assistance. Established in 1968, it supports regional integration and sustainability. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Fertile Crescent, a 500,000-sq-km arc from Iraq to Jordan, launched agriculture 10,000 years ago, shaping civilization. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 24 (G-24), established in 1989, represents developing nations in global financial discussions to promote equitable policies and fair international representation. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 77 (G-77), formed in 1964, unites developing countries to promote economic cooperation, equitable trade, and collective negotiation in global forums. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Location: Southwest Asia Official name: Republic of Lebanon Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1941 / 1941 Capital city: Beirut Population: 4.3 million / 1089 people per sq mile (420 people per sq km) Total land area: 4015 square miles (10,400 square km) Language(s) spoken: Arabic (official language), French, Armenian, Assyrian …