This document discusses the international refugee protection regime and the scope of protection in situations of mass influx. It notes that the 1951 Refugee Convention and 1967 Protocol provide the legal framework for refugee protection but have limitations that UNHCR seeks to address. It also discusses the importance of international burden sharing, temporary protection in mass influx situations, eligibility determination procedures, and durable solutions such as voluntary repatriation or local integration. The document outlines principles and standards for providing protection in mass influx situations.