In Islamabad, a total of 183 individuals without legal documentation were deported from the city in 2025. However, this move has been met with concern by the Afghan Embassy in Pakistan, which claims that approximately 800 refugees have been arrested, including those holding valid visas and identification cards. The embassy asserts that these arrests were unlawful due to ambiguity in the special permit process, resulting in the deportation of individuals who had submitted applications for visa extensions and possessed documentation from UNHCR and SHARP. This has led to separated families, including women and children, and the Afghan Embassy is urging the Government of Pakistan to address their concerns.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1270257-over-600-illegal-immigrants-detained-in-leas-crackdownThe Asian Development Bank (ADB) has partnered with the Government of Pakistan to upgrade and modernise the power distribution system in three major cities. The project will be implemented through Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO), Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO), and Sukkur Electric Power Company (SEPCO). Secretary Dr Kazim Niaz emphasized the importance of timely completion of the project, which aims to reduce energy losses during distribution by upgrading infrastructure and implementing advanced metering systems. The ADB has been praised for its role as a reliable development partner in Pakistan's power sector, with Deputy Country Director Asad Aleem expressing gratitude for the government's support and commitment to aligning the project with national development priorities.
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