Afghan Gathering in Birmingham Stresses Continued Aid to Afghanistan

The international Afghan council in the UK organized an event in Birmingham aimed at supporting the continuation of aid to the people of Afghanistan.

Participants stressed the importance of sustaining assistance for millions facing poverty and deprivation of basic services in Afghanistan.

Some participants highlighted that supporting Afghan citizens in economic hardship is a collective responsibility.

Mirwais Afghan, one of the event organizers, stated: “I urge every Afghan attending this gathering, especially our elders, to contribute at least 2,000 afghani per month to their relatives and friends in Afghanistan to support them financially.”

Peter, a British political activist, remarked: “Millions of Afghans are struggling with poverty, hunger, and lack of essential services. We urge the international community, the United Nations, and humanitarian organizations to maintain and expand their support for Afghanistan.”

Participants emphasized that a large portion of Afghanistan’s population depends on humanitarian aid, and continued global assistance could address significant challenges faced by the people.

Speaking online at the event, Zabihullah Sadat, representative, said: “I call on the US government, the United Nations, international relief organizations, Afghan businessmen, and all humanitarian bodies not to forget Afghanistan. Afghans are not asking for luxury; they simply need food, water, and a chance to live.”

Another attendee, Maiwand Ahmadi, urged Afghans to amplify this message worldwide to ensure continued aid.

Speakers also discussed investment in water infrastructure, climate-resilient agriculture, sustained humanitarian aid, Afghanistan’s economic empowerment, and support for Afghan refugees as key solutions to improving the country’s situation.