The Influx of Syrian Refugees in Lebanon

The arrival of more than 1 million Syrian refugees in Lebanon constitutes a demographic, economic and social upheaval for Lebanon. Two thirds of them have settled in the North and the Bekaa Valley. Forming a younger population, refugees outgrow the resident population in many localities. They live in very precarious conditions, even though only 20% of them settle in camps. A spatial and demographic upheaval Upon request from the Lebanese government, the UNHCR has suspended new registration si...