Beirut Government

Government Building in Downtown Beirut

Beirut is one of six mohafazah (state governates; mohafazat, singular), with the others being Beqaa, Liban-Nord, Liban-Sud, Mont-Liban and Nabatiye. After the civil war, regaining control of Beirut was critical for stabilizing the government. With its restored control, the state was able to begin collecting taxes and monitor access to key port and government facilities. There is no great distinction between the state and city government.