Salma Zahid at the Afghanistan Committee

On April 4th, 2022. See this statement in context.

April 4th, 2022 / 8:25 p.m.

Liberal

Salma Zahid Liberal Scarborough Centre, ON

Thank you, Chair.

Thanks to the officials for all the work they do.

My first question is with regard to the humanitarian aid, which is flowing out of the money announced for Afghanistan. Is all the money directed toward individuals living in Afghanistan, or is any money being directed to humanitarian aid for people who are in a third country?

Many Afghans have fled to Pakistan, Tajikistan or Qatar. Countries such as Pakistan are not in a situation to make sure that the basic necessities of life are available. Is there any effort being made to make sure that humanitarian aid gets to those people?

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