RASC News Agency: The US Department of State recently issued an announcement regarding discussions between Richard Verma, the Deputy Secretary of State, and Pakistani officials concerning the resettlement of Afghanistani refugees in Pakistan. In a newsletter released by the ministry on January 12th, it was elucidated that the Deputy Secretary of State engaged in talks with senior Pakistani officials in Islamabad. The purpose of these discussions was to further cultivate the relationship between the United States and Pakistan while addressing matters of mutual interest and cooperation.
According to the newsletter, Richard Verma not only convened with Pakistani officials but also conducted meetings with international organizations and aligned partners. During these gatherings, particular emphasis was placed on providing support for Afghanistani asylum seekers who had collaborated with or on behalf of the United States in Afghanistan. The US Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ newsletter also underscored discussions pertaining to mutual benefits associated with the protection of vulnerable populations and the facilitation of resettlement for eligible Afghanistani individuals.
In addition to his discussions in Pakistan, Richard Verma, the US Secretary of State’s Deputy for Management and Resources, undertook trips to Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Pakistan from January 8th to 12th. Reports indicate that approximately 25,000 Afghanistani asylum seekers are currently awaiting travel visas to the United States from Pakistan.
Pakistan has issued a deadline for Western allies to depart from the nation by the end of February. This decision coincides with the expulsion of undocumented Afghanistani asylum seekers who faced various difficulties while awaiting evacuation to the United States.
