The government has, so far, facilitated the process of return of around 20 of the Bangladeshis stranded in Afghanistan, the Foreign Ministry said on Sunday without providing any further details.
The government is in regular touch with the Bangladesh nationals who are stranded in Afghanistan and has taken every measure for their safe and orderly departure, says a ministry press release.
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Bangladesh is closely observing the situation in Afghanistan, it says.
Bangladesh expresses deepest condolences to the bereaved families who lost their near and dear ones at the bomb attack near Kabul Airport on August 26, 2021, and prays for the early recovery of the injured.
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Bangladesh urges all concerned to ensure the safety and security of the Afghan people as well as foreign nationals in Afghanistan.
While expressing appreciation to all concerned for facilitating the safe departure of all foreigners including Bangladesh nationals, Bangladesh would like to see continuation of the return process of the remaining foreign nationals.
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It is expected that the development workers can return to Afghanistan once conducive environment is restored.
Bangladesh calls for all concerned to exercise maximum restraint during this challenging time and hopes return of normalcy and restoration of peace in Afghanistan soon.