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The Iraqi Diaspora.
Among the myriad disasters visited on Iraq since the American invasion of 2003, one of the least discussed has been the mass exodus of Iraqis from their homeland. That is somewhat ironic, since it is this disaster which is likely to spawn the most dire long-term consequences - and not just for Iraq, but for the entire world. Jordan and Syria are the two countries that have taken in some 90% of Iraq's refugees. The world has been grappling with the bloody consequences of the Palestinian diaspora for the past 60 years. It seems likely that it will be dealing with the consequences of the Iraqi diaspora for just as long.
Interactive Map
Just click on the interactive map of the city of Perpignan above to go to the location finder of all the exhibitions, screenings and key addresses for this year's Visa pour l'Image.