Humanitarian Aid DG News

May 23, 2013   |   voanews.com EU Official Calls for More Syria Aid image

A senior European Union official is calling for more humanitarian aid in Syria. EU Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid, Kristalina Georgieva, says there has been a rapid deterioration of the humanitarian crisis in Syria and... All similar articles: 2802 »

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6 hrs ago   |   ansa.it ANSAmed - Weekly diary from May 27 to June 2

ROME, MAY 24 - Weekly diary of the main events scheduled in the Euro-Mediterranean area from May 27 to June 2: MONDAY MAY 27 DOHA - Cityscape Qatar 2013 real estate fair kicks off, with representatives from the sector at the...

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2 hrs ago   |   europawire.eu The European Commission: ensuring basic education for every child by 2030

Brussels, 24-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission will confirm today its commitment to making education more equal and of a higher quality in the Development agenda beyond 2015 through continued financial support,...

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May 21, 2013   |   un.org Small Island Developing States, Increasingly Challenged by Natural Disasters, Discuss Options image

by Natural Disasters, Discuss Options GENEVA, 21 May (United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction) — As disaster risk reduction experts met in Geneva this afternoon on strengthening partnerships for small island... All similar articles: 156 »

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May 22, 2013   |   aidnews.org Syrian Arab Republic: Urgent action needed to dodge Syria spillover: EU image

Source: Agence France-Presse Country: Jordan, Lebanon, Syrian Arab Republic 05/22/2013 14:38 GMT GENEVA, May 22, 2013 (AFP) - Urgent action is needed to protect countries bordering Syria from spillover from the spiralling civil...

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May 22, 2013   |   unric.org Screening of ‘The Human Chain’, 28 May, 7pm

The World Food Programme, UN Women and the European Commission - Humanitarian Aid & Civil Protection (ECHO) - are pleased to invite you to the screening of " The Human Chain ", in the presence of the film director, Riccardo...

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May 20, 2013   |   argentinastar.com Russia EU call for non-political humanitarian aid to Syria

MOSCOW, Sept. 18 (Xinhua) -- Russia and the European Union (EU) call for neutral and non-political humanitarian aid to the Syrian people, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday. During a meeting between Russian Deputy...

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May 20, 2013   |   libraryeuroparl.wordpress.com Syrian refugees: facts and figures (updated)

One of the direct implications of the civil war in Syria is the ever growing flow of people leaving their homes to escape the bloodshed. This information dossier compiles sources about Syrians seeking refuge in their... All similar articles: 582 »

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May 19, 2013   |   jonworth.eu Candidates for High Rep for EU Foreign Policy image

The High Rep is appointed by the European Council, acting by qualified majority. However as the person is also a Vice President of the European Commission, their nomination has to also be approved in the same way as the rest of...

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May 17, 2013   |   europawire.eu EC launched Emergency Response Centre (ERC) image

For a faster and more efficient European response to disasters Brussels, 17-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission is launching its Emergency Response Centre (ERC) today, which will provide a better coordinated,...

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May 15, 2013   |   02elf.net Speech – The humanitarian response, linking relief to rehabilitation and development, and... image

European Commission Kristalina Georgieva, EU Commissioner for International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response The humanitarian response, linking relief to rehabilitation and development, and reconciliation –... All similar articles: 290 »

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May 16, 2013   |   timeslive.co.za Mali appeals for 2bn euros recovery fund image

Mali is trying to raise 2-billion euros (R24-billion) at an international donor conference to fund its recovery from the depredations of the Islamist militants who marched on the capital, Bamako, this year, prompting a French... All similar articles: 596 »

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May 15, 2013   |   timeslive.co.za Mali seeks to €2 billion for recovery programme

Mali seeks to €2 billion for recovery programme Mali seeks to €2 billion for recovery programme Mali on Wednesday aimed to raise €2 billion at an international donor conference to fund its recovery after Islamist militants...

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May 15, 2013   |   europa.eu Q/A: The European Emergency Response Centre Opens

European Commission MEMO Brussels, 15 May 2013 On 15 May 2013 the European Commission launches the Emergency Response Centre, further strengthening our capacity to respond in times of natural and man-made crises. 1) Why is...

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May 16, 2013   |   europa.eu Speech - The Internal Security Dimension and Perspectives

European Commission Cecilia Malmström EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Speech - 4th European Civil Protection Forum/Brussels 16 May 2013 Good morning ladies and gentlemen, You know better than anyone the impact of natural...

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May 15, 2013   |   europa.eu Emergency Response Centre: for a faster and more efficient European response to disasters

European Commission Press release Brussels, 15 May 2013 The European Commission is launching its Emergency Response Centre (ERC) today, which will provide a better coordinated, faster and more efficient European response to...

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May 14, 2013   |   allvoices.com Bulgarian EU Commissioner: Bulgarian Politicans Need 'Sobering'

Bulgarian politicians and parties must show responsibility and form an able new cabinet, commented EU Humanitarian Aid Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva . Georgieva spoke Tuesday in Brussels, commenting on Sunday's early...

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May 13, 2013   |   ansa.it Syria: EU, another 65 mln for humanitarian emergency image

Georgieva, point of no return in crisis (ANSAmed) - BRUSSELS, MAY 13 - Due to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Syria, the European Commission has decided to allocated an extra 65 million euros just three months after... All similar articles: 71 »

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May 14, 2013   |   mwcnews.net Obama and Cameron discuss Syria crisis image

US President Barack Obama says he and British Prime Minister David Cameron have agreed to "increase the pressure" on Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, with the aim being Assad's departure. Obama and Cameron addressed the media... All similar articles: 1240 »

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May 13, 2013   |   thenews.com.pk Syrian crisis at breaking point image

AMMAN/BERLIN: The European Commission announced on Sunday an additional 65 million euros ($84 million) in aid for Syrian refugees and internally displaced, warning the crisis is “already at breaking point”. The announcement... All similar articles: 163 »

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May 13, 2013   |   ndtv.com US, Britain seek to 'increase pressure' on Bashar al-Assad image

New York: The United States and Britain on Monday pledged to forge ahead with diplomatic efforts to end the civil war in Syria, saying they had found common ground with Russia on how to proceed. US President Barack Obama and... All similar articles: 331 »

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May 14, 2013   |   sierraleonenews.net EU pledges 20 mln euros for Syrian refugees in Lebanon

European Commission will provide another 20 million euros to help Lebanon accommodate Syrian refugees and Palestinians escaping from Syria, the EU mission in Lebanon said Monday.The EU Commissioner for International... All similar articles: 52 »

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May 13, 2013   |   chillnews.net Barack Obama, David Cameron set for Syria crisis talks image

DAMASCUS: US President Barack Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron meet at the White House on Monday to discuss the Syrian crisis as the international community presses efforts to find a political solution. Inside... All similar articles: 5229 »

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May 14, 2013   |   sierraleonenews.net Gunmen shot kill 2 civilians police officer in Kenyan capital

Unknown gunmen on Monday shot dead two civilians and a police officer in separate robbery incidents in the Kenyan capital Nairobi as crime soars in the East African nation.Regional police commander Benson Kibue said thugs had...

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May 14, 2013   |   novinite.com Bulgarian EU Commissioner: Bulgarian Politicans Need 'Sobering' image

Bulgarian politicians and parties must show responsibility and form an able new cabinet, commented EU Humanitarian Aid Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva. Georgieva spoke Tuesday in Brussels, commenting on Sunday's early general... All similar articles: 489 »

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May 13, 2013   |   aidnews.org Syrian Arab Republic: Syria crisis: the EU responds to spiralling needs with more emergency...

Source: European Commission Humanitarian Aid department Country: Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey Reference: IP/13/416 Event Date: 12/05/2013 The European Commission is announcing today an additional... All similar articles: 80 »

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May 13, 2013   |   yahoo.com Obama, Cameron set for Syria crisis talks (AFP) image

DAMASCUS (AFP) - US President Barack Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron meet at the White House on Monday to discuss the Syrian crisis as the international community presses efforts to find a political solution. All similar articles: 909 »

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May 12, 2013   |   tonyrocha.com EU warns Syria crisis at ‘breaking point’, increases aid – GlobalPost

EU warns Syria crisis at ‘breaking point’, increases aid Follow us: Enlarge The European Commission announced on Sunday an additional 65 million euros ($84 million) in aid for Syrian refugees and internally displaced, warning...

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May 12, 2013   |   worldbulletin.net EU to provide humanitarian aid worth of 65 millions euro for Syrians image

The aid will be used on emergency health assistance, sheltering, food, water, hygiene, and other basic needs. The European Union has decided on provide an additional 65 millions euro in humanitarian aid to civil war-stricken...

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May 10, 2013   |   argentinastar.com Russia EU call for non-political humanitarian aid to Syria image

MOSCOW, Sept. 18 (Xinhua) -- Russia and the European Union (EU) call for neutral and non-political humanitarian aid to the Syrian people, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday. During a meeting between Russian Deputy... All similar articles: 269 »

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