We're joined by Karma Ekmekji for Episode 109 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss the needed role for dialogue and debate during times of economic crisis and political tumult.

Karma is the founder of #Diplowomen, celebrating women's empowerment and achievements in the field of citizenry, diplomacy and conflict resolution. She is the international affairs advisor to Caretaker Prime Minister Saad Hariri.

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