December 18, 2019

Global Refugee Forum – General debate on burden- and responsibility-sharing

In this regard, the Holy See would like to acknowledge the generosity and solidarity shown by countries that continue to welcome and host displaced persons, in spite of their own hardships, as an essential witness to the way forward: human fraternity. Moreover, the engagement of faith-based organizations and religious communities, which have an enduring presence in the field and are often the first to provide protection during emergencies, is a reminder of the crucial role that society plays in this effort.
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