CLEAN : Syria refugee influx taxes Lebanese

The video discusses the impact of Syrian refugees on Lebanon's economy, focusing on local businesses and job markets. Lebanese business owners and taxi drivers express concerns over increased competition from refugees willing to work for lower wages. The influx of refugees has destabilized less specialized job sectors, although there is no significant competition in specialized fields. Syrian entrepreneurs in Lebanon face challenges in sustaining their businesses. As the Syrian conflict continues, Lebanon struggles to cope with the economic and social pressures of hosting a large refugee population.

What is one way Syrian refugees are affecting local businesses in Beirut?

• By selling goods at lower prices

• By providing high-quality products

• By working fewer hours

• By collaborating with local businesses

How many Syrian refugees does the UN estimate are in Lebanon?

• Exactly 500,000

• More than 430,000

• Around 1,000,000

• Less than 300,000

Which job sectors in Lebanon are most affected by the influx of Syrian refugees?

• Education and healthcare

• Technology and innovation

• Less specialized sectors

• Engineering and banking

What is a common sentiment among Syrian refugees who have started businesses in Lebanon?

• They are unaffected by the local economy

• They have no plans to return to Syria

• They are struggling to make ends meet

• They are thriving and expanding rapidly

What do some Syrian refugees hope for in the future regarding their situation?

• To permanently settle in Lebanon

• To return to Syria if the situation improves

• To move to another neighboring country

• To expand their businesses internationally