Lebanon historically has been associated with commerce, culture and tradition. The “Switzerland of the Middle East” was a land of beauty, with a strong financial sector and stable governance. I do not recognize my country today. One word encapsulates the state of affairs in Lebanon: Crisis.

As Lebanon marks its 100th anniversary, the crisis encompassing our country is forcing all Lebanese to reflect on what we need to do to put us on the path to becoming once again a stable, prosperous, tolerant nation.