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UNHCR chief urges action over conditions for asylum-seekers on Greek island

Filippo Grandi bears witness to conditions at the Moria centre on Lesvos and calls on European states to help Greece address situation

28 Nov 2019

Actress Mahira Khan named UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador for Pakistan

At an appointment ceremony in Islamabad, Khan urges more support for countries which host large numbers of refugees.

6 Nov 2019

UNHCR chief applauds Zambia's openness to refugees

Filippo Grandi commends the African nation for its generosity towards refugees and calls for additional humanitarian and development support during a two-day visit.

19 Oct 2019

UN refugee chief visits South Africa to show support for government and refugees

Filippo Grandi pledges continued support and cooperation with South African government to ensure refugee protection during a two-day visit.

16 Oct 2019

New approach to refugee support is a 'game changer' - says UNHCR's Gillian Triggs

The UN Refugee Agency's new Assistant High Commissioner for Protection, says the Global Compact on Refugees marks 'end to business as usual', although challenges remain.

10 Oct 2019

After decades in the shadows, stateless activist says 'finally I exist'

Actress and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Cate Blanchett interviews statelessness activist Maha Mamo about her 30-year-push to belong.

7 Oct 2019

'Bigger, broader' vision needed to tackle forced displacement - UN refugee chief

A more ambitious international approach is needed to address contemporary drivers of displacement, Filippo Grandi tells high-level meeting.

7 Oct 2019

UN Refugee Chief praises Mexico's support for refugees

As Central Americans' asylum claims soar 231 per cent in less than one year, Filippo Grandi calls for further resources to better cope with the flow.

1 Oct 2019

For refugees trapped in Libya, a flight out of danger

Evacuation flight takes 66 vulnerable refugees to Rwanda, where they receive shelter, medical checks and options for a safe future.

27 Sep 2019