The repatriation process continues in an organised manner, with 169 families travelling in 68 vehicles back to Afghanistan on December 10, 2023.
Afghan citizens voluntarily returning home. A substantial number of undocumented Afghans have chosen to leave Pakistan to avoid potential legal repercussions.
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On December 10, 2023, 1,930 Afghans (465 men, 376 women, and 1,089 children) departed.
The total count now stands at 423,031, with ongoing returns.
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A total of 1,930 Afghan citizens, including 465 men, 376 women, and 1,089 children, departed from Pakistan.
This further adds to the growing number of returnees, which has now reached a total of 423,031 as of December 10, 2023.
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The collaborative effort between the two nations aims to manage the return of individuals and families securely.
Moreover, efforts to evacuate illegal residents from Karachi have garnered widespread approval from the local population.
In response to the ongoing repatriation initiative, the citizens of Karachi express their positive sentiments on the impact it is having on various aspects of the country.
Many residents highlight the positive effects on the economy, acknowledging that the govt's decision to repatriate illegal aliens is contributing to the country's economic well-being.
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According to one individual, "Govt decisions to repatriate illegal aliens are having a positive impact on the country's economy."
Furthermore, there is a noticeable correlation between the evacuation efforts and the exchange rate, with the public attributing the continued depreciation of the dollar to the positive actions taken by the Army Chief.
"Dollar continues to depreciate due to Army Chief's positive actions," notes another resident.
There is a shared frustration towards politicians and anti-national elements.
The public emphasizes that these groups fail to grasp the developmental trajectory that Pakistan is on, with one individual stating, "Politicians and anti-national elements do not understand that Pakistan is on the path of development."
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Residents also point out the direct link between illegal aliens and issues such as smuggling and extortion in Karachi.
With the evacuation in progress, there is a noticeable decline in such activities, leading to an increase in demand for local goods.
"Smuggling was very common in Karachi due to illegals; now their evacuation has increased the demand for local goods in the country," notes a local resident.
