'Host countries' must resettle Afghan nationals by April 30

Pakistan called on the international community on Thursday to expedite the resettlement of thousands of Afghan nationals currently in transit within the country, warning that they may face forced expulsion if not relocated by host countries by April 30.

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The announcement made by State Minister for Interior Talal Chaudhry comes following the suspension of the US refugee admissions programme, a move that has left over 25,000 Afghans —many of whom were awaiting relocation abroad — facing uncertainty.

Chaudhry indicated that Pakistan is unlikely to extend the April 30 deadline, which was previously communicated to host countries as the final date for the repatriation or resettlement of Afghan nationals.