Reconstruction

An in-depth analysis of the mechanisms, conditions and challenges of the reconstruction process, and of the ways to ensure an effective contribution by the local community to it.

Key recommendations

• Create an independent national authority to coordinate reconstruction and prevent duplicated effort.
• Adopt modern environmental and structural standards that are earthquake-resistant and account for climate change.
• Build renewable energy into reconstruction projects to secure long-term energy sustainability.

At a glance

• Share of homes rebuilt — 18%
• Pledged funding actually released — 42%

Timeline

• February 2026 — Publication of the annual reconstruction monitoring report — A full survey of progress indicators and implementation obstacles in the first year.
• December 2025 — Policy paper: comparative reconstruction models — A comparative study of Lebanon 2006 and Haiti 2010, and the lessons drawn from them.
• September 2025 — Public discussion session with international funders — A meeting with representatives of 14 donor states to discuss funding conditions and disbursement mechanisms.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the difference between rebuilding and reconstruction? — Rebuilding means restoring physical structures; reconstruction covers comprehensive economic, social and institutional recovery and the building of resilience.
• Roughly how long will reconstruction take? — Comparative experience suggests the full process takes between 8 and 15 years, though urgent interventions providing shelter and basic services are possible within 18 months.
• How should funding be distributed between governorates? — We propose a formula combining documented damage (60%), population density (25%) and specific social vulnerability considerations (15%).