Against this background, the United Nations announced the suspension of all its cash assistance to Syrian refugees in Lebanon until next month, at the request of the government in Beirut. What are the economic repercussions of the Syrian displacement on Lebanon, and did it contribute to the collapse of the economic situation in Lebanon in a significant way?
On this subject, the financial and economic expert, Dr. Muhammad Musa, told the “Echo of Life” program:
Dr.. Muhammad Musa:
“We cannot be held responsible for this economic collapse in Lebanon due to the Syrian exodus, because it is unjust and unfair to the Syrians and to many of those involved in this file. There is no doubt that Lebanon has gone through crises such as the Israeli aggression, and there are also problems in the country, such as political and economic corruption. On the other hand, there is no doubt that entering Syrian brothers, making the state obligated to a number of expenditures
At the level of infrastructure, services and many ministries.