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NGOs seek $5.5 bn to rescue 34 mn people from famine
GENEVA, April 20, 2021 (BSS/AFP) – More than 260 non-governmental organisations have signed an open letter calling on world leaders to donate $5.5 billion to prevent famine in 2021.
“We call on you to provide the additional $5.5 billion needed for urgent food assistance to reach more than 34 million girls, boys, women and men around the globe who are a step away from famine. This assistance must begin immediately,” the open letter said.
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