Minister Hussen announces multi-year funding for UN Refugee Agency

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Ottawa – Forced displacement of individuals has reached record levels worldwide this year, as millions are driven from their homes by escalating conflicts, emerging crises, persecution and the effects of climate change. This has resulted in unprecedented humanitarian needs, requiring global cooperation to help the world’s most vulnerable. The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced funding of …

Canada announces funding to help Afghan refugees impacted by flooding in Pakistan

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Ottawa – Pakistan continues to recover from the devastating floods of 2022 that took more than 1,700 lives and affected some 33 million people. Homes, roads, schools, health facilities and other critical infrastructure were destroyed while livelihoods, livestock and crops were also severely affected. Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced that Canada is providing $14 million in development …