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World Refugee Day 2026 - UNHCR MCO Panama in Action
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· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about these events can be found through the UNHCR MCO Panama, which coordinated the activities in Panama and other nearby countries, including Belize, Cuba, Dominican Republic, and Haiti.
A global event was marked recently in several countries, including Panama. People who have had to leave their homes were recognized for their ability to cope. Events were organized in multiple locations, bringing different groups together.
These gatherings included discussions and social activities. Further information about these events can be found through the UNHCR MCO Panama, which coordinated the activities in Panama and other nearby countries, including Belize, Cuba, Dominican Republic, and Haiti.
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Category: disaster Published: August 17, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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