UNHCR Global Trends Report on Record High Displacement
UNHCR released its Global Trends Report, showing record high displacement of 123.2 million people due to various reasons. While the rate of increase slowed in 2024, the total number of refugees fell slightly. Hopeful signs include the return of Syrian refugees and the highest level of refugee resettlement in over 40 years. However, forced displacement is rising in countries like Myanmar, Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ukraine, and Gaza. Funding cuts pose a threat to addressing forced displacement situations worldwide.
Key Points
- Record high displacement of 123.2 million people
- Rate of increase slowed in 2024
- Total number of refugees fell slightly by 1 percent
- Highest level of refugee resettlement in over 40 years
- Forced displacement rising in countries like Myanmar, Sudan, DRC, Ukraine, and Gaza
- Concerns about funding cuts impacting displacement situations
Pros
- Hopeful signs of refugee returns in certain regions
- Highest level of refugee resettlement in over 40 years
Cons
- Forced displacement rising in various conflict zones
- Impact of funding cuts on addressing displacement crises