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On the recordFebruary 24, 2014
the way you describe this challenge, the International Support Group that was convened is looking at this dynamic where, instead of emergency relief, as the conflict in Syria stretches longer, they need to possibly change the kinds of relief they provide to the refugee and host populations.
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

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Kaine emphasizes the need for a shift in relief strategies for Syrian refugees.

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