
Qatar facilitates return of second group of Afghan nationals from Germany
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the return of the second group, comprising 81 Afghan nationals, is the result of logistical coordination and pivotal diplomatic efforts undertaken by the State of Qatar to bridge views by hosting a series of meetings in Doha. These efforts aimed to establish clear frameworks for safe and orderly returns, with a shared commitment to ensuring that all returnees are treated with the utmost dignity and provided with the necessary support for their reintegration.
The ministry also notes that the facilitation of the return of this group represents further confirmation of the success and sustainability of this initiative, following the repatriation of 28 Afghan nationals in the first group last year.
In this context, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi affirmed that to ensure the sustainability of this initiative, a specialized follow-up mechanism will continue after the repatriation process is completed. This mechanism aims to monitor the conditions of returnees, support reintegration efforts, and maintain open channels of coordination between all concerned parties.
He reiterated the State of Qatar's commitment to effectively contributing to addressing the humanitarian issues related to the situation in Afghanistan through constructive cooperation with international partners, within the framework of its broader diplomatic approach, which is based on dialogue and coordination as a means of providing practical solutions to complex global challenges.
He also expressed his country's appreciation to the Afghan caretaker government and the Federal Republic of Germany for their confidence in Qatar's mediation and the speed with which it responded to the requirements for the success of this process.

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