Press Releases: Remarks With the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi Before Their Meeting

SECRETARY TILLERSON: So, again, it’s very nice to see you.

HIGH COMMISSIONER GRANDI: Very nice to be here.

SECRETARY TILLERSON: Thank you.

QUESTION: Mr. High Commissioner, can the U.S. – if the U.S. cuts back the commission – its payments to the HCR, can you continue to do your current job?

HIGH COMMISSIONER GRANDI: Sorry, repeat your question.

QUESTION: Sorry. If the United States cuts back its monetary commitments to the refugees, are you able to perform your current tasks?

HIGH COMMISSIONER GRANDI: I would say no. U.S. aid is vital to what we do to support refugees around the world and to find solutions to their situations.

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