Ban Ki-moon Addresses UNHCR's Executive Committee - 2014
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Channel: UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency · 2014 · News & Politics
"The world is with you – and I am with you. I know at least some measure of what you're going through – I lived it, too. And despite the hardships, despite the darkness, I came through. You will, too" UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Wednesday called on countries around the world to do more to prevent forced displacement, address its root causes and support solutions for those affected by it at a time of multiple crises. "This requires greater resources and more political leadership. It also requires unprecedented cooperation by the international community," added Ban Ki-moon, who was addressing the annual meeting in Geneva of UNHCR's governing Executive Committee (ExCom). He said the international community needed to pull together more than ever at a time when the world was facing so many challenges, particularly in the Middle East and Africa. "Never before in United Nations history have we had so many refugees, displaced people and asylum-seekers. Never before has the United Nations been asked to reach so many with emergency food assistance and other life-saving support," he stressed. Read more: http://rfg.ee/CbVa2 Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]. --- Keep up to date with our latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/unhcr?sub_confirmation=1 -- UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Read more at http://UNHCR.org Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help. (UNHCR: Secretary General Ban Ki-moon Addresses the Executive Committee)
