Iran and Afghanistan Collaborate on Refugee Resolution Strategies
Iran’s embassy in Kabul stresses the need for collaborative action with Afghanistan to address Afghan refugee issues in a meeting between Alireza Bigdeli and Mawlawi Abdul Kabir. The discussion centered on legal solutions for undocumented refugees while separating these issues from politics. Iran hosts the world’s largest refugee population, with 99% living in urban areas.
Alireza Bigdeli, the caretaker of Iran’s embassy in Kabul, has advocated for collaborative efforts between Iran and Afghanistan to address the challenges posed by Afghan refugees. In a meeting with Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, Afghanistan’s Acting Minister of Refugee and Repatriation, he stated the necessity of finding legal avenues to assess the situation of Afghan refugees, particularly for those undocumented.
He stressed the need for effective solutions to handle the influx of undocumented individuals, emphasizing the legal recognition of Afghan refugees in Iran. Bigdeli also commended Afghanistan’s efforts to prohibit human trafficking, asserting that such measures would enhance cooperative relations between the two nations.
During their discussions, both Bigdeli and Abdul Kabir highlighted the importance of separating refugee issues from political dynamics and called for actionable steps to alleviate the refugee crisis.
As per the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Iran currently hosts the largest refugee community globally, accommodating 3.8 million refugees and individuals in refugee-like conditions. This longstanding commitment spans over four decades to provide refuge and support to those in need, with 99% of registered refugees residing in urban settings alongside local populations, while the remaining 1% live in designated refugee settlements across 12 provinces of Iran.
In conclusion, the dialogue between Iran and Afghanistan underscores the critical need for joint action to resolve the refugee crisis stemming from Afghanistan. With a focus on legal solutions and measures against human trafficking, both nations aim to enhance cooperation. The significant number of refugees in Iran highlights the importance of such collaborative efforts to ensure the welfare of those displaced.
Original Source: www.presstv.ir
