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The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) announced the appointment of Mawlawi Abdul Kabir as Acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriation. Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson, made the announcement. Mawlawi Abdul Kabir had previously served as Deputy Prime Minister for Political Affairs. The IEA leadership issued a decree to formalize the appointment. This decree emphasizes the government’s commitment to addressing pressing refugee and repatriation issues.
This appointment comes at a pivotal moment, as Afghanistan grapples with ongoing refugee crises and international repatriation efforts. Mawlawi Abdul Kabir stepped into the role of Acting Minister after a blast killed the former minister, Khalil Ur-Rahman Haqqani, last month. Haqqani had joined the government after the IEA assumed power in 2021, following the U.S.-led withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Observers note that Mawlawi Abdul Kabir’s leadership will be critical in navigating the challenges faced by millions of Afghan refugees worldwide, alongside efforts to reintegrate returnees into the country’s fragile socio-economic fabric. The government’s focus on this ministry underscores the significance of addressing humanitarian issues amid ongoing political and economic recovery.
With this high-profile appointment, the IEA reiterates its commitment to prioritize the welfare of Afghan refugees and displaced populations, both within and beyond the country’s borders.
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