Afghanistan Peace Campaign
Pakistan’s Parliament is set to review plans for the forced return of Afghan refugees amid growing domestic and international concerns.
According to Pakistani news outlets, the upcoming session follows mounting domestic and international scrutiny, particularly from human rights organizations. The focus will be on finalizing the details of a nationwide plan to deport Afghan nationals residing in Pakistan without legal documentation.
Government representatives are expected to respond to opposition queries during the session and provide more clarity on how the deportation process will be carried out. The discussion comes amid growing concern about the humanitarian impact of the policy.
The Pakistani government has recently ramped up pressure on Afghan migrants, announcing plans to repatriate large numbers of them. Reports suggest that authorities may seek to deport several million undocumented Afghans over the coming months.
The issue has sparked concern not only within Pakistan but also internationally. The United Nations and several countries have urged Islamabad to ensure the protection of Afghan refugees and to refrain from mass deportations without proper safeguards in place.
Over the past decades, Pakistan has hosted millions of Afghan refugees fleeing war, violence, and instability. However, worsening conditions in Afghanistan and shifting domestic priorities in Pakistan have prompted a harder stance toward undocumented migrants.
Observers warn that mass deportations without adequate planning could exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. Rights groups are calling for Pakistan to coordinate with international agencies to ensure that any returns are safe, voluntary, and dignified.