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Afghanistan: Humanitarian Situation

28 April 2022

Proposing MP
James Cleverly Con
Braintree
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the severe humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan and the UK's ongoing response to it.

Action Requested

The UK has committed £286 million for humanitarian aid in 2022/2023, second highest commitment to date. The government will continue to press the Taliban on human rights concerns and ensure unrestricted access for female aid workers and services for women and girls.

Key Facts

  • Afghanistan faces acute hunger with over 6 million internally displaced.
  • The UK has disbursed £286 million in humanitarian assistance, including £17 million for Afghan refugees.
  • A UN appeal for $4.4 billion was launched on 11 January 2022, and the UK pledged $2.4 billion at a pledging conference on 31 March 2022.
  • The World Bank agreed to release $1 billion in aid for health, education, livelihoods, and food security.
  • The UK passed legislation providing an exception from assets freeze against listed Taliban members for humanitarian assistance.
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