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37TH EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF UNHCR
Brief 6(e)
AFGHAN REFUGEES IN PAKISTAN AND IRAN
LINE TO TAKE (Draw as necessary on following)
1. Huge long-term problem.
International community must not turn its
back. Direct result of Soviet occupation and brutal tactics.
Soviet Union must withdraw all its troops to allow return of
refugees in safety and honour as called for in successive UNGA
resolutions. UN Secretary General's efforts to secure settlement on
this basis blocked by Soviet/Kabul regime prevarication.
2. Continuing heavy fighting and food shortages demonstrate
deteriorating situation inside Afghanistan. Large numbers of war wounded reaching Pakistan hospitals. Refugee exodus continues.
3.
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Admire Pakistan's generosity and UNHCR skillful handling.
will continue to provide substantial assistance announced 13% increase in our aid for Afghan refugees this year.
4. Deep concern at plight of Afghan refugees in Iran. Welcome
UNHCR's programme of assistance.
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