Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued a firm directive regarding undocumented Afghan refugees living in Pakistan. In a high-level meeting held in Islamabad, the Prime Minister made it clear that all Afghan nationals without proper documentation must return to Afghanistan without any further delay.
The statement came during an important meeting where immigration and security matters were being discussed. PM Shehbaz emphasized that Pakistan’s policy on this issue is straightforward and will be implemented strictly.
The government has drawn a clear line: only those Afghan nationals who possess valid visas and proper documentation will be permitted to stay in the country.
This isn’t the first time Pakistan has addressed the issue of undocumented Afghan refugees. The country has hosted millions of Afghans for decades, but authorities have been increasingly focused on regulating who stays and ensuring proper documentation. The government argues that knowing who is living within its borders is essential for national security and proper resource management.
For years, Pakistan has been home to one of the world’s largest refugee populations, with many Afghans fleeing conflict and instability in their homeland. However, the relationship between the two countries has been complicated, and Pakistani authorities have periodically called for undocumented individuals to either regularize their status or return home.
The Prime Minister’s latest directive signals that the government is serious about enforcing immigration rules. Authorities are expected to take steps to ensure compliance, though specific timelines and implementation details weren’t announced during the meeting.
