Brussels V Conference: Supporting the future of Syria and the region
… Statement by Mr Peter Maurer, President of the International … conditions, let alone another decade. Peter Maurer …
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Pledges are not enough - the world must not fail the people of Syria
… parties to the conflict," said ICRC President Peter Maurer, recently returned from a visit to …
Syria: ICRC president urges “new approach” by international community after decade of brutal crisis
… the International Committee of the Red Cross, Peter Maurer, called on the international community … rhetherington@icrc.org , +33 6 33 2888 23 Peter Maurer …
Digital Technologies and Humanitarian Action in Armed Conflict
… remarks were delivered by ICRC President Peter Maurer, welcoming and closing remarks were … protection, policy, ethics and action Peter Maurer Opening remarks President, ICRC …
ICRC launches largest-ever budget appeal to address growing humanitarian needs in conflict zones
… on your generous support. I. Sedky/ICRC –– Peter Maurer ICRC President International Committee …
High Level Pledging Event For the Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen
… Statement by ICRC President, Peter Maurer Yemen Conference 2021 High Level … we remain committed to the people of Yemen. Peter Maurer …
"Human security focus needed in effective action for climate and conflict-vulnerable communities"
… Boris Johnson. Last September, ICRC President Peter Maurer briefed the Security Council under the …
"States must continue to ensure respect for IHL to limit environmental degradation due to armed conflict from happening in the first place"
… West Africa: Last September, ICRC President Peter Maurer briefed the Security Council under the …
Mozambique: ICRC to scale up its humanitarian response in 2021
… 15-02-2021 Today ICRC President Peter Maurer finalised his official visit to … times and will scale up our support," said Peter Maurer, the ICRC's President. More than …
“It is time to end the violence in the Central African Republic”
… Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Peter Maurer completed his five-day visit to Central … will destroy the future of an entire nation. Peter Maurer …
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