Amir Muqam Applauds IOM Services For Afghan Refugees In Pakistan
Umer Jamshaid Published May 27, 2024 | 01:10 PM
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 27th May, 2024) Federal Minister for States and Frontier Regions, Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit Baltistan, Engr. Amir Muqam has said that Pakistan continues to bear the world's largest refugee burden, having done so for the past 40 years, and urged the international community to acknowledge this.
Talking to a delegation led by Ms. Mio Sato, Chief of Mission for the United Nations International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Pakistan, the federal minister commended the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for its services to Afghan citizen card holders and the host community, said a press release here on Monday.
Chief Commissioner for Afghan Refugees Mohammad Abbas Khan, Joint Secretary of SAFRON, and other senior officials were also present on the occasion.
Federal Minister Engr Amir Muqam said that more support is needed in health, education, and infrastructure building.
The federal minister expressed the desire for Afghan refugees to return to their country with dignity, noting that there have been no incidents of forced expulsion or harassment. He emphasized the need for screening to determine their locations and activities.
Engr Amir Muqam stated that Pakistan is aware of the business activities, education, and relationships of Afghan refugees within the country. He highlighted that many Afghans are involved in businesses that are beneficial to both Pakistan and its citizens.
The federal minister said that he will travel to Geneva in June at the invitation of the High Commissioner of UNHCR, and he plans to meet with the DG of IOM. The ministry of SAFRON and IOM have agreed to maintain ongoing communication.
Chief of Mission MIO Sato expressed gratitude to the federal minister for meeting despite the holiday and stated her intention to maintain close contact with the ministry.
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Tarana at UN: Spotlight on Women’s suffering in Kashmir conflict
Weather update: Pakistan to witness decrease in heatwave
Punjab cabinet approves landmark Sikh Marriage rules, major policy initiatives
ICC T20 World Cup 2024: semi-finals schedule confirmed
PM announces duty-free solar panels for general public
Babar Azam returns home after exit from ICC T20 World Cup 2024
Federal cabinet okays Azm-e-Istehkam operation
Fiza Ali strongly reacts to fake marriage rumours
TTP resettlement led to Azm-e-Pakistan Operation: Khawaja Asif
A Future-Driven Model for Talent, Innovation, and Social Impact
Justice Shujaat Ali Khan sworn in as Acting Chief Justice of LHC
ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan reach semis after beating Bangladesh
More Stories From Pakistan
-
Test conducted for Int'l Law Enforcement Officer Scholarship Program
9 minutes ago -
Punjab Assembly approves 41 demands for grant
38 minutes ago -
Conducive environment, stability vital to bring investment: Sherry Rehman
39 minutes ago -
KP Governor grieved over killing of 9 persons at Badabair
48 minutes ago -
Azm-e-Istahkam continuation of NAP: Minister
58 minutes ago -
Man kills niece in Jahanian
58 minutes ago
-
GB CM seeks Federal Govt's help in overcoming power crisis
59 minutes ago -
Resident sought court's help to stop generator polluting flat
1 hour ago -
Korean scientist, ambassador calls on FS
1 hour ago -
Additional FS underlines significance of regional connectivity
1 hour ago -
SC adjourns SIC's reserved seats case till June 27
1 hour ago -
SBCA sealed buildings for unapproved, unauthorized construction
2 hours ago