INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Canadian government announced Friday that a legislation to facilitate humanitarian aid to Afghanistan has received royal assent and is now
in effect.The authorization regime provides for a wider range of activities, including health services, education, assisting individuals in
earning a livelihood, promoting human rights, and conducting immigration activities like the resettlement and the safe passage of
refugees.&Canada&s commitment to the people of Afghanistan did not end with the fall of Kabul
Whether providing aid or welcoming refugees, we are there for vulnerable Afghans,& Marco Mendicino, Canadian Minister of Public Safety,
said.&This legislation ensures we can keep making good on our commitment, while respecting Canadian law and standing strong against
terrorism,& he added.Harjit S
Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, said:
&Millions of people in Afghanistan are facing a terrible humanitarian disaster
We have also witnessed the steady deterioration of democracy, human rights, education and health in the country
The Royal Assent of C-41 means that urgent help will continue to reach those who need it most and that Afghans can restart to build a better
future for themselves.&According to the UN, a total of 28.8 million people (two thirds of the Afghan population) need humanitarian
assistance in 2023, an increase of 18% since 2022.The post Canadian legislation to support humanitarian aid to Afghans receives royal assent
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