Kurt M. Campbell Deputy Secretary of State | Official Website
The governments of the United States, Australia, Canada, Spain, Italy, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the European Commission released a joint statement following the second ministerial meeting of the Resettlement Diplomacy Network (RDN). The U.S. Secretary of State chaired this meeting to reaffirm their shared commitment to refugee resettlement and protection pathways.
The statement highlights the importance of RDN's strategic engagement in strengthening global resettlement infrastructure and enhancing international solidarity. It emphasizes that as global displacement increases, it is crucial to ensure safe and legal routes for international protection in accordance with each state's capacity.
During the meeting, participants reviewed RDN's achievements such as the Emergency Coordination Platform known as "Red Phone." This platform was launched at the inaugural ministerial meeting and has been instrumental in facilitating rapid coordination on protection pathways during crises like those in Afghanistan, Libya, and Gaza.
The attendees agreed to explore further collaboration opportunities to respond to emergencies causing mass displacement. They also plan to work voluntarily on referrals for resettlement and protection pathways.
The statement reiterates their intention to address global challenges related to growing protection needs through multilateral forums like the G7 under Italy's current presidency. They aim to make safe pathways more efficient by working with international organizations and stakeholders.
Looking forward, these governments will explore collective diplomatic actions to strengthen global resettlement efforts and resolve bottlenecks hindering regular pathways for those needing protection. The commitment is towards practical solutions for displacement challenges while maintaining regional stability and human rights.
Germany and Brazil were acknowledged for their continued participation in the network.
