Afghanistan is facing one of the world’s largest displacement crises amid drought, earthquakes and growing humanitarian challenges, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) said.
In its latest socioeconomic review, the UNDP said a fragile economy, four decades of conflict, the return of 2.7 million migrants, worsening climate-related shocks and reduced participation of women have placed additional pressure on livelihoods and essential services.
UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo, who visited Afghanistan alongside UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih, met with returnee communities, international partners and local authorities during the trip.
“ In Afghanistan, crises rarely happen one at a time,” De Croo said, adding that the visit aimed to reaffirm a shared commitment to strengthening resilience and finding sustainable solutions for the Afghan people.
According to the report, 74 percent of Afghanistan’s population — around 29 million people — are unable to meet their basic needs.
The UNDP said it continues to support displaced communities and host communities through programmes aimed at rebuilding livelihoods, improving living conditions and strengthening resilience.
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