MANILA – Permanent Representative Evan Garcia has presented the Philippines’ financial contribution to the Flash Appeal of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) to tackle the urgent humanitarian needs in Afghanistan.
Garcia reiterated the Philippines’ tradition and track record of welcoming and opening its doors to refugees and asylum seekers in his speech on September 13.
Just last week, the Philippines welcomed Afghan citizens seeking refugee status in the country, including women and children.
“Following the recent political and security developments in Afghanistan, the Philippine Government was asked whether it is open to accepting refugees from the country. We reiterated that since time immemorial, the Philippines has always welcomed asylum seekers and refugees and will not hesitate to admit those fleeing their homelands because of fear of persecution,” Garcia said.
The ambassador stated that Manila will continue to fulfill its long-standing commitment to provide genuine humanitarian assistance and humane treatment to people who are vulnerable, marginalized, and in need, including refugees.
The Philippines made the pledge during the High-level Ministerial Meeting on the Humanitarian Situation in Afghanistan, which was organized on September 13 in Geneva, Switzerland by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to promote international support for the Afghan people.
