Refugee Olympic Team to compete at Tokyo 2020

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Confirmation that a team of refugees will once again compete in the global sporting showpiece came during the 133rd International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session in the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires. Addressing the IOC session before the vote, Yiech Pur Biel, UNHCR High Profile Supporter and member of the 2016 Refugee Olympic Team, urged delegates to grasp the “unique opportunity to build upon what has already been achieved and… have a second Olympic Refugee Team in Tokyo 2020.” Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact hqvideo@unhcr.org. --- Keep up to date with our latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/user/unhcr?sub_confirmation=1 -- UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Read more at http://UNHCR.org Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.

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Published to Youtube on: 11/10/2018

Archived on: 12/03/2025

Original URL (may no longer be available): https://youtube.com/watch?v=7axpwIiG-dI