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Elias Bou Saab, Lebanon's Education Minister

Zeinab Badawi speaks to Elias Bou Saab, Lebanon's education minister. What is the impact of the Syrian conflict on Lebanon and can the government cope?

The fallout from the conflict in Syria is threatening to destabilise one of the Middle East's most delicate nations, Lebanon. It hosts around 1.3 million Syrian refugees, more per capita than any other country. This places huge pressure on its people and government, as well as adding more strain on its fragile sectarian mix. HARDtalk speaks to Elias Bou Saab, Lebanon's education minister. What is the impact of the Syrian conflict on Lebanon and can the government cope?

30 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterZeinab Badawi
Interviewed GuestElias Bou Saab

Broadcasts

  • Wed 16 Mar 201604:30GMT
  • Thu 17 Mar 201600:30GMT