While we expect neighboring states to live up to their responsibilities to protect refugees, ... we also expect the international community to do its part by supporting humanitarian efforts throughout the region.
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his compassion for the world's dispossessed is well-known. This contribution will help to ease their (Afghan's) suffering.
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