03/06/2026
๐ธ๐ธ๐บ๐ณ | 3 June 2026 | Juba - (MFA&IC)
This afternoon, The Honourable Ambassador Akuei Bona Malual, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation met with Mr. Mamadou Dian Balde, Regional Director (Bureau for Eastern and Southern Africa), Mr. Matthew Brook, Representatives of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) for a courtesy call.
The meeting underscored the strengthening of collaboration on issues relating to refugee protection, legal assistance, immigration and the promotion of human rights. Furthermore, both parties explored avenues to enhance support for asylum seekers and refugees and highlighted regional and international developments.
The Hon. Deputy Minister commended UNHCR for its continued partnership and reiterated the Governmentโs commitment to upholding respect for human rights. The courtesy call reaffirmed the shared goal of building a sustained and proactive relationship.