Islamabad, August 25, 2021 (PPI-OT):World Bank commends the support extended by the Government of Pakistan for evacuation of staff from Kabul. The President of the World Bank Mr. David Malpass has commended the support extended by the Government of Pakistan in evacuating and temporarily relocating their staff along with families from Kabul despite rapidly evolving situation in Afghanistan.
The World Bank appreciated the support for rapid visa processing, safe passage in Kabul to the airport, and chartering the aeroplane of Pakistan International Airlines which moved the staff and families to safety. The World Bank thanked the Prime Minister of Pakistan and Finance Minister along with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Economic Affairs Division, Ministry of Interior and other departments for the hospitality and courtesy extended to the World Bank Group staff and families.
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