The Director General of Operations of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Ms. Yasmin Praiz Desimaz called on IEA-Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi.
The meeting focused Afghanistan’s humanitarian needs, issues related to the increasing number of returning refugees, healthcare services, and challenges and needs remaining from the period of conflict. It was noted that Afghanistan has emerged from a prolonged period of war and has entered a new phase of development, reconstruction, and economic growth. However, some of the challenges and needs faced by the victims of the previous era still require attention.
The two sides also discussed the importance of continuing and expanding the ICRC’s humanitarian assistance in various areas.
Both sides expressed their readiness to work together to enhance understanding of the country’s needs, strengthen coordination, and continue and further expand cooperation in healthcare and other humanitarian areas.
