The Syrian Refugee Crisis and Lebanon's Economic Landscape The Impact of Forced Migration on GDP, Unemployment, Inflation and Trade

This book provides unique insight into the economic and humanitarian challenges facing Lebanon following the Syrian refugee crisis. It examines the drivers of GDP fluctuation, unemployment, inflation, and trade upheavals that have defined the economic condition in Lebanon over recent years and details the responses to the refugee crisis both within Lebanon and within the international community. The ways in which the refugee crisis has fundamentally changed the Lebanese economy are outlined, with a particular focus on unemployment and labour market dynamics. Practical policy recommends to aid economic resilience and adaptation are also discussed.

This book presents the challenges faced by Lebanon within a broader global narrative, drawing parallels, extracting lessons, and proposing strategies for a unified international response. It will be of interest to researchers and policymakers working within migration and labour economics.

1. Introduction: Setting the Stage.- 2. The Influx Unveiled: Demographics, Impact, and Initial Responses to the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Lebanon.- 3. Economic Shifts and Shocks: Evaluating GDP and Sectoral Impacts of the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Lebanon.- 4. Labour Market Dynamics and Employment Challenges: Navigating the Impact of the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Lebanon.- 5. Inflationary Spirals and Cost of Living Challenges: The Economic Consequences of the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Lebanon.- 6. Trade Disruptions and Economic Realignments: Adapting to New Realities in Post-Crisis Lebanon.- 7. Evaluating Lebanon's Economic Policy Response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis: Challenges and Alternatives.- 8. Navigating the International Response: Aid, Diplomacy, and Economic Support in Lebanon's Refugee Crisis.- 9. Forward Momentum: Future Projections and Strategic Recommendations for Lebanon Amidst the Refugee Crisis.- 10. Concluding Reflections: Lessons Learned and Global Implications of Lebanon's Experience with the Syrian Refugee Crisis.

Mohamad Zreik is a Visiting Research Fellow at the Centre for Lebanese Studies, University of Cambridge.