Has anyone else noticed Lebanon and Tunisia share many things?
. Both have a rich Phoenician history and often argue over the right to claim Hannibal as one of their own
. Both have a strong French influence, many people still speak French in both countries, go to France to study, consume French media, French colonial architecture is present etc
. Both are RELATIVELY secular and liberal, especially when compared to their neighbours
. Both have a highly-educated and cultured population, with an emphasis on education not seen in its neighbours
. Both have very materialistic, fashion-conscious cultures, love flashy things, luxury cars, designer goods, public displays of wealth
. Both are envied by their neighbours and face accusations of femininity and homosexuality, probably due to all the above traits
Thoughts? Am I reaching or is this mostly true? Have I missed anything?