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EURegulationOfficial ✓June 19, 2026· European Commission

Joint statement by the European Commission and the High Representative ahead of World Refugee Day

What happened

The European Commission and the High Representative released a joint statement prior to World Refugee Day, on June 19, 2026. This statement aims to acknowledge "the strength and resilience of the more than 117 million people displaced globally." These individuals have been "forced from their homes by conflict."

Why it matters

This statement highlights the global scale of displacement, with over 117 million people affected. It underscores the challenges faced by individuals "forced from their homes by conflict" and recognizes their resilience.

Who it affects

  • More than 117 million displaced people globally
  • People forced from their homes by conflict
  • European Commission
  • High Representative
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