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IRRC No. 265
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Jean-Pierre Hocké
Jean-Pierre Hocké, of Swiss nationality, a graduate of Lausanne University with a degree in Economic and Social Science, joined the ICRC in 1968. As Director of the Operations Department from 1973 to 1985 and a member of the ICRC Directorate from 1981 to 1985, Mr. Hocké launched several large-scale operations in connection with conflicts in the Middle East, Cyprus, Angola, Viet Nam, Lebanon, Kampuchea, Iran-Iraq, Central America and Ethiopia. He was elected United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1985.The Review has published several articles by Mr. Hocké on protection and assistance to victims of armed conflicts, during his time in office with the ICRC.