Australia gives Afghanistan $1.3m in humanitarian aid

KABUL (Pajhwok): The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) says Australia has contributed $1.3 million to the Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund (AHF).

In a post on X, OCHA wrote: “#OCHAthanks #Australia for an additional contribution of AUD 2 million (US$1.3 million) to the Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund for 2024”.

“Your support helps humanitarian partners reach the most vulnerable people with lifesaving assistance,” it added.

According to information, the OCHA announced that $60.3 million fund is needed to provide emergency aid packages and shelter in Afghanistan for the upcoming winter.

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