The 1999

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was the eleventh edition of the international

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competition between

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. It took place in

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, Lebanon from 21–24 October. A total of 41 events were contested, 22 for men and 19 for women. The men's and women's racewalk events were not held due to lack or participation, as was the women's

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.Pan Arab Championships
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, Lebanon and

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participated in the women's events.

Medal summary

Men

Women

Medal table

Overall

Men

Women

Notes

References

;Results
''Al Batal Al Arabi''(N°:49)
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October 1999 sports events in Asia 1990s in Beirut Events at Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium