The article “A Plea for Afghanistan” by CAPRS programme manager Evan Jones highlights the deepening humanitarian crisis following the Taliban’s return to power, with over 18 million Afghans in urgent need of aid due to conflict, drought, and COVID-19. It describes how food prices are soaring, banks are closed, and many families are being pushed into debt and hunger. International aid organisations face severe funding shortfalls despite being well-positioned to help. The author urges countries like New Zealand to increase humanitarian support, expand refugee intakes, and offer educational opportunities to help vulnerable Afghans, especially women.
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