Hamidullah Fitrat, the Deputy Spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate, told that the interim government officials are in negotiations with Iranian authorities to find a solution to the challenges faced by Afghan migrants.
The Deputy Spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate said: “We are working to resolve the issues of Afghan migrants. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation are making efforts in this regard. Discussions have been held with Iran, and efforts are underway to address the existing problems of migrants in Iran.”
Previously, reports from Iran indicated that no domestic or foreign citizens, including Afghans, are allowed to sell goods on the streets of Tehran.
Saeed Beigi, CEO of Tehran Industries and Professions Management Company, emphasized that foreign nationals, including Afghans, are not exempt from this rule because they do not pay taxes to the Iranian government.
Saeed Beigi added, “It is not acceptable for illegal foreigners without legal residency permits to roam the country and use our national resources. We do not allow them to do so.”
The CEO of Tehran Industries and Professions Management Company emphasized that those with legal residency in Iran can apply for booths for business purposes, and they may be granted this opportunity.
Mohammad Khan Mohammadzai, an activist in the field of migrant rights, said, “The issues of these undocumented migrants need to be addressed. They must be regulated, and permits should be issued for them. The problems should be resolved through discussions between the two countries.”
Meanwhile, some Afghan migrants living in Iran have told TOLOnews that the restrictions and pressures imposed by the Iranian government on Afghan migrants are increasing day by day, causing them great concern.
Naqibullah, an Afghan migrant in Iran,The problems of Afghan migrants in Iran are numerous. Even when we go to bakeries, they don’t give us bread. Afghan workers are not hired. In Iran, workplaces or shops where Afghan workers are employed are either sealed or closed.”
Previously, the acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriation, during a visit to Panjshir province, said that Iran must end its mistreatment of Afghan migrants and treat all migrants according to international laws.