21/10/2023 13:35 (UTC)

Protest against "one-document regime" near Afghan-Pakistan border

Chaman (Pakistan), Oct 21 (EFE/EPA) - (Camera: Akhter Gulfam) Traders gather to protest after Pakistani authorities introduced the 'one-document regime' policy. This regulation, which would come into effect from November 2023, requires all Afghan nationals to present a valid passport and visa when entering Pakistan.

This mainly affects tribals in southern Afghanistan, who regularly cross the border for work or family visits using a local document called a 'tazkira'. Amnesty International has criticised Pakistan's treatment of Afghan refugees and called for international attention to their plight.

FOOTAGE OF THE TRADERS' PROTEST IN CHAMAN, NEAR THE AFGHAN-PAKISTAN BORDER.

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Date: 21/10/2023 12:00 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EPA
Topic: Unrest and conflicts
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 91 seconds
Reference: 7001307283
Relevance: Normal