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Elias Bou Saab, Lebanon's Education Minister

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC NewsLatest broadcast: on BBC News Channel HD

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? Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Zeinab Badawi
Interviewed Guest:
Elias Bou Saab

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