Foreign Relations of South Africa During Apartheid - Aid To Apartheid Casualties

Aid To Apartheid Casualties

Another way in which the UN could do something to combat apartheid was to lend support and aid to its victims. In 1963, the General Assembly passed a decree requesting that members contribute financially towards assisting apartheid sufferers. Many states took note of the call and carried out the necessary action.

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