Jan Egeland: Is the international community failing to protect the most vulnerable?
Mar 18, 2024
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Jan Egeland, Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council, discusses the failure of the international community to protect vulnerable populations in conflict zones like Gaza and the Chad/Sudan border. The podcast explores the challenges of providing aid, the ethical dilemmas faced, the importance of cooperation amidst conflict, and strategies for empowering local communities in humanitarian efforts.
International community must provide more resources to address urgent humanitarian needs in crisis zones.
International pressure is essential to ensure unrestricted humanitarian access for delivering aid to vulnerable populations.
Deep dives
The Challenges Faced in Gaza
Former Norwegian diplomat Jan Eggeland shares his experiences from Gaza, highlighting the devastating conditions faced by the population, including profound destruction, hopelessness, and urgent humanitarian needs. He expresses his determination to fight for more resources and assistance despite the overwhelming challenges, emphasizing the importance of not giving up hope even in seemingly dire situations.
Israeli Control of Relief Supplies to Gaza
Jan Eggeland discusses the challenges posed by Israeli control over relief supplies entering Gaza, citing instances where essential items were denied entry, leading to critical shortages and malnutrition among children. He criticizes Israel's restrictions on humanitarian access, highlighting the impact on vulnerable populations and the need for international pressure to ensure adequate aid delivery.
International Aid and Humanitarian Efforts
In a broader context, Jan Eggeland reflects on the changing landscape of international aid, noting a decrease in global solidarity and an increase in nationalistic approaches that hinder effective humanitarian responses. He calls for greater attention to neglected emergencies, highlighting the critical need for cooperation and support from various countries to address escalating crises worldwide.
Stephen Sackur speaks to Jan Egeland, secretary general of the Norwegian Refugee Council. He’s just back from Gaza; before that, he was on the Chad/Sudan border. Hundreds of thousands of people are in life threatening danger. Is the international community failing to protect the most vulnerable?
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