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Angelina Jolie calls for more international support for Venezuelan refugees in Peru
23 Oct 2018 The UNHCR Special Envoy visits Peru to assess the humanitarian needs of Venezuelan refugees and their hosts. -
Temporary residency permits a lifeline for Venezuelans in Peru
12 Oct 2018 During a visit to Peru following the flows of Venezuelan refugees and migrants, UNHCR chief says ensuring legal pathways to stay should be a regional priority. -
Chile passes landmark domestic legislation on refugees
11 Mar 2010 Chile's Senate adopts a refugee law that will enhance South America's reputation as a safe haven for people forced to flee their home countries. -
Southern Latin America opens its arms to asylum-seekers
27 Aug 2009 Once an "exporter" of refugees, the countries of the Southern Cone are increasingly welcoming those fleeing violence and persecution in Colombia and Africa. -
Q&A: Spanish Oscar winner marked by his parents' decision to leave Chile
25 May 2007 Spanish film director Alejandro Amenábar has won acclaim and awards for films such as Abre los ojos (Open Your Eyes), The Others and Mar Adentro (The Sea Inside), which won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film in 2005. He talks about his work, background and concern for refugees. -
World Cup fever puts soccer-crazy refugee in the Panama spotlight
6 Jul 2006 World Cup fever has put sportscaster Tomas Begazo firmly in the public spotlight in Panama. But it has been a tough 15-year journey getting there for the Peruvian refugee, whose love of football has helped him weather hard times and achieve success in his new home. -
A special New Year for Afghan couple in Chile after long separation
30 Dec 2005 Reunited in Chile after ten years of separation and many obstacles, an Afghan couple looks forward to the New Year together as they settle in to their adopted country.