Consulate of Madagascar in Beirut, Lebanon
- Address: 1554 N. Broad Avenue, Beirut
- Phone: +96170125530
- Fax: +96170129320
- Email: consulate.mad.lb@hotmail.com
Head of mission: Mr Lauritz Anders Devold, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
1 mission of Madagascar in Lebanon: Consulate of Madagascar in Beirut, Lebanon. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr Lauritz Anders Devold, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Madagascar offers a unique appeal to visitors from Lebanon, thanks to its rich biodiversity and distinct cultural heritage. Although its global tourist arrivals are modest, there has been a growing interest in the island in recent years. This makes it an intriguing option for a segment of Lebanon's 6 million population.
Madagascar is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Lebanon. According to the Global Peace Index, Madagascar ranks 43rd out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Lebanon, which ranks 132nd. While specific murder rates for Madagascar are not available, Lebanon has a murder rate of 1.9 per 100,000 people. In terms of organized crime, Madagascar has lower indices than Lebanon in several categories. For instance, the mafia groups index is 4.0 for Madagascar compared to 6.0 for Lebanon, and the state crime index is 7.5 for Madagascar versus 9.5 for Lebanon. Overall, Madagascar's crime indices suggest a relatively safer environment for travelers compared to Lebanon.