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Venezuela Migration Nears ‘Mediterranean Crisis Point’

25/08/2018 GMT

BBC World Service - Weekend, Venezuela Migration Nears ‘Mediterranean Crisis Point’

The UN has issued warnings to neighbouring countries as migration pressure grows

The UN has warned Venezuela is heading for the same refugee "crisis moment" seen in the Mediterranean in 2015.

The warning comes as neighbouring countries try to stem the flow of Venezuelans looking to escape the country's dire economic situation.
Peru brings in stricter border regulations today - a day after a court overturned Ecuador's attempt to strengthen its own controls.

Also in this hour: The diplomatic struggle between China and Taiwan escalates and we find out how honey might help you stave off a cold

(Photo: Venezuelans, Credit: AFP)

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