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Pakistan deports Afghans with UNHCR papers

As part of its drive to expel Afghan citizens from the nation’s capital, Pakistan has deported dozens bearing UNHCR-issued documents, the agency told VOA Thursday. Authorities in Islamabad deported 285 Afghans between Jan. 1 and 15, according to the …

Tibetan refugees tell stories of loss, but also resilience and hope

In 2008 I started working on a nonfiction book about Tibetan refugees I met in India, where I was a reporter for the Financial Times. In March 2008, when protests in Tibet turned violent, I was sent to cover a press conference that the Dalai Lama was …

Egypt Discusses with UNHCR Supporting Host Communities, Refugees

Wed 15 Jan 2025 | 10:01 PM Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development received a delegation from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR, headed by Mamadou Diagne Balde, Director of UNHCR's Regional Office for East Africa, the Horn of …

UNHCR says 'significant' number of Syrian refugees return home from Jordan

AMMAN — The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has reported a significant increase in the number of Syrian refugees returning home from Jordan in 2024. The total number of returnees reached approximately 17,200, including 5,100 who …

Ukraine will receive US$2.6 billion in aid from UN

Left to right: Grandi, Shmyhal and Fletcher. Photo: Shmyhal on Telegram The UN plans to raise more than US$2.6 billion to help Ukrainians in 2025. This is part of a plan approved by the organisation. Source: Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal Details: …

UNHCR: Significant increase in number of Syrian refugees returning from Jordan

Ammon News - The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported a notable rise in the number of Syrian refugees returning to Syria from Jordan in 2024. The total number of returnees reached about 17,200 refugees during 2024, including about …

"I Am Disappointed in Architects" Shigeru Ban on Socially Conscious Architecture in Louisiana Channel Interview

Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1025839/i-am-disappointed-in-architects-shigeru-ban-on-socially-conscious-architecture-in-louisiana-channel-interview In a recent interview with Louisiana …

UNHCR’s Volker Turk visits Syria’s Sednaya prison, calls for inclusive governance

Defend refugee rights, Shakib urges UNHCR

Afghan Ambassador in Islamabad Sardar Ahmad Shakib has expressed concern at the detention and harassment of refugees in Pakistan . . . You need to subscribe to view the full article. Please login or register a new account.

Don’t Rush to Send Syrians Back

After 14 years of civil war, the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad—long considered a distant dream—became the reality in a little more than a week in December as armed opposition groups launched a rapid offensive against the regime. In Damascus, …

Political unrest disrupts critical SA-Mozambique trade route

Trade between South Africa and Mozambique via the Lebombo/Ressano Garcia Border corridor has slowed to a third of its usual capacity due to lower truck activity, driven by fears surrounding heightened political tensions. These tensions culminated in …

PIC excited over appointment of new CEO, Reena Ghelani

Reena Ghelani, current UN ASG has been appointed as the CEO of Plan International. Plan International Cambodia Plan International Cambodia (PIC) has expressed its excitement over the appointment of Reena Ghelani as the new Chief Executive Officer of Plan …

Russian FM calls for Pakistan, Afghanistan, India cooperation against terrorism

Sardar Ahmed Shakib, head of the Afghan Embassy in Islamabad, met with Philippa Candler, Representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Islamabad this week and expressed concern over the detention of Afghan migrants in …

WFP determined to support Iran in hosting refugees

TEHRAN –Maysaa Alghribawy, the new representative of the World Food Program (WFP) in Iran, has announced the organization’s commitment to supporting Iran as one the biggest refugee hosting countries. Highlighting the challenges faced by the WFP in the …

The concept of Turkmenistan’s activities and priorities within the framework of the International Year of Peace and ...

(unofficial translation) The trends and events of recent years indicate serious changes in international and interstate relations, the aggravation of global and regional contradictions, and the emergence of conflicts in various parts of the globe. The …

From displacement to learning: Welcoming refugees into national education system

Two Venezuelan children engage in a learning exercise on tablets donated by IOM, in conjunction with its partners. Photo credit IOM Port-of-Spain. PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad--When Astrid Marquez Saavedra walked into her fourth-grade classroom in Trinidad and …

Daily Nation Story on Zambia being blacklisted from the UNHCR inaccurate and misleading – UN

UN in Zambia Responds “It should be noted that membership to the UNHRC is through elections with a Member State seeking election by presenting its candidacy.” “UNHRC member States are elected by the majority of the members of the General Assembly on …

Time for Sri Lanka to step up – join refugee, and statelessness conventions

In recent weeks, a group of Rohingya refugees made their way to Sri Lanka, seeking sanctuary from the ongoing persecution they face in their home country. While Sri Lanka has long prided itself on being a compassionate and welcoming nation, the truth is …

As Trump 2.0 Approaches, NGOs Continue To Fund Mass Migration With U.S. Tax Dollars

AUSTIN, Texas – The large, organized constellation of United Nations and nongovernmental organization (NGO) agencies sees a rosy future for itself even under Donald Trump, having already directed billions of mostly U.S. taxpayer dollars into supporting …

DIX Developments Ends 2024 on a High Note with $10M Commercial Closing and Over $40M in Acquisitions

Development powerhouse DIX Developments, concludes 2024 with impressive milestones. a $10 million commercial property sale and $40 million in acquisitions. LAKE MARY,, FL, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DIX Developments, a …

Dubai to Host the First-Ever GAIP - InsureTek 2025 Middle East International Conference & Golden Shield Awards 2025

Join global innovators and industry leaders at GAIP—InsureTek ME 2025 in Dubai on 16 April 2025 to explore the future of InsurTech and celebrate excellence. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, January 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a groundbreaking …

Jack Griffo Returns to SPiN in Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jack Griffo from the Nickelodeon series 'The Thundermans', 'The Thundermans Return', 'Jinxed,' and the Netflix original series 'Alexa and Katie…

Liberland Announces Results of January 2025 Congress Election: Stability and New Faces in Leadership

The first election of 2025 saw minor shifts in Liberland’s Congress, with President Vít Jedlička nominating Speaker Sun to continue serving as Prime Minister. JEFFERSON SQUARE, LIBERLAND, SERBIA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

NST Cyber Launches CTI Dashboards Offering Weekly Remote Vulnerability Exploitation Insights

NST Cyber Launches CTI Dashboards Offering Weekly Remote Vulnerability Exploitation Insights for Information Security Leaders SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NST Cyber, the leading innovator in Continuous …

P.E.A.C.E. Calls for Clemency Review for Leonard Peltier to Address Concerns About Elderly Incarcerated Individuals

Advocates Address Clemency for Leonard Peltier, Focusing on Challenges Faced by Elderly Prisoners SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- P.E.A.C.E. (Parole Elder Abuse Concerns Everyone) is reaching out to U.S. …

Empowering Organizations with Courageous Leadership Workshops

Based on The Book “Courage to Leap & Lead…Redefining Failure Into Success" DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CB Bowman, renowned leadership expert and author of "Courage to Leap & Lead... …

SIGEP Asia & Restaurant Asia Announce Exclusive Three-Year Partnership with Airline Catering Association

SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SIGEP Asia & Restaurant Asia 2025 Co-organised with Restaurant Association of Singapore 16th – 18th July 2025 | Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre SIGEP Asia & …

Riyadh Airports Company Joins as a Key Supporting Partner for the Airport Expansion Conference KSA 2025

RIYADH, RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Airport Expansion Conference KSA 2025 proudly welcomes Riyadh Airports Company as a Key Supporting Partner, further solidifying its role in shaping the future of aviation in …

Quorum Software Appoints Jamie Graves as Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer

Technology Law Veteran Joins Quorum to Drive Legal Strategy and Growth HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quorum Software, a global leader in energy industry software, proudly announces the appointment of Jamie …

Multiverse Computing and Kinesis Network Unite to Redefine AI Optimization

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid headlines about corporations investing in nuclear power plants to meet the insatiable energy needs of AI workloads, two pioneering companies, Multiverse Computing and …

The Nasir, Bekri, Tayi, and Lawrence Tribute Trek

Iqarus supports Lawrence Tribute Trek, honouring TE Lawrence. UK-registered, former special forces paramedic will provide vital support during the expedition. HEREFORD, UNITED KINGDOM, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This month, a team of …

ANY.RUN Publishes 2024 Malware Trends Overview: Stealers, Loaders, and RATs Continue to Dominate

DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ANY.RUN, a leading cloud-based malware analysis and threat intelligence service, has released its Malware Trends Report for 2024, showcasing notable increases in malicious …

Urgent Need for Systemic Change, Targeted Interventions, and Enhanced Advocacy to Address Needs of People Aging with HIV

HealthHIV’s Fourth Annual State of Aging with HIV™ National Survey Identifies Current Issues Affecting People Aging with HIV and the Healthcare Workforce WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HealthHIV’s Fourth …

Pureinsights and Laws.Africa Transform Legal Search Across the Continent

AI-Powered Enhancements Make African Legal Information More Accessible Than Ever HERNDON, VA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pureinsights, a leader in AI and search technologies, has collaborated with Laws.Africa, a non- …

QikQik+: Brings Innovative Solutions to Global Payments

TORONTO, TORONTO, CANADA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SUREBANQA, a pioneering fintech company, proudly announces the evolution of QikQik+, a cutting-edge omnichannel financial platform. This breakthrough development sets a new standard …

MEED Projects Awards 2024 winners announced

Held in association with Mashreq, the awards celebrate the best of design, engineering and construction in the Middle East and North Africa DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MEED is pleased to announce …

Octal Announces Participation at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Feb 9 to 12

Octal IT Solution is excited to showcase its innovations at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh, focusing on smart tech, new trends and diverse solutions to lift businesses. SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Octal, a leading …

Amanotes and Gameloft for brands team up to elevate in-game advertising opportunities for brands with the COMBO! network

SINGAPORE, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amanotes, the world’s #1 music game publisher, is proud to announce its integration into COMBO! The Gaming Media Network, a global gaming media network created by Gameloft for brands. This …

Malaysia’s Largest Flexible Workspace Operator Common Ground Expands 100,000 sq. ft. In 2024

Common Ground expands its Malaysia portfolio by 100,000 sq. ft. in 2024, enhancing flexible workspaces with new locations in Kuala Lumpur. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Malaysia’s largest flexible workspace …