Since the civil war, Beirut has been struggling to regain its position as a center of commerce and banking in the Middle East. Silk and cotton fabrics, as well as gold and silver articles, are the chief manufactures of Beirut. Major exports are silk, cotton textiles, fruits, hides, livestock, and wool. Imports include building materials, clothing, and foods. In addition to air connections through Beirut International Airport, Beirut is linked by railroad and highway to Damascus, Syria, and other Middle East cities.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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