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Statement by Commissioner Lahbib on behalf of EU Member States on the 75th Anniversary of the 1951 Convention on the Status of Refugees
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European Commission Statement New York, 23 Sep 2026 Seventy-five years on, the Refugee Convention continues to safeguard millions of lives, ensuring people escaping persecution can access protection and rights. A…
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Governance
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Global / European Union
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Commemorative / Informational
SOURCE WIRE
EU Commission
Refugee Convention Anniversary Analysis
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Convention Milestone: The 1951 Convention on the Status of Refugees marks its 75th anniversary.
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Core Mandate: The framework remains active in safeguarding rights for individuals escaping persecution.
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EU Commitment: EU Member States reaffirmed support for the protection of displaced populations.
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Status Access: The convention provides the legal basis for accessing international protection.
Institutional & Humanitarian Impact
๐น Refugee Populations
Continued legal recognition of their rights and access to protection globally.
๐น EU Member States
Reinforcement of alignment with international humanitarian obligations.
Convention Anniversary FAQs
What does the 1951 Convention provide? โพ
It provides the legal framework to ensure people escaping persecution can access protection.
Who issued the statement? โพ
Commissioner Lahbib issued the statement on behalf of EU Member States.
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