With fear in their throats, thousands of people flee from Afghanistan after the withdrawal of the United States and the prompt takeover of the Taliban, which has pushed the population to seek any possible way to escape Of the territory they once called home Although the world is now concerned about a possible migration crisis, Latin American countries have opened their arms -and their borders- to those people who need today more than ever a place to live – or, at least, where to survive.
Chile has indicated that it will host in its territory Afghan people who have dedicated themselves to promoting women’s rights and that they feel threatened by the current situation in their country. The current president, Sebastián Piñera, has promised to receive at least 10 families, mostly made up of women, who requested refuge through a program run by the NGO Front Line Defenders.
In addition, he confirmed that he will provide assistance to the sister of an Afghan woman who is studying at the University of Chile.
A week ago, Epsy Campbell, vice president of Costa Rica, reported through his Twitter account that his Government decided to open its borders so that your country is used as a humanitarian bridge for those Afghan women seeking refuge.
In addition, he stated that he would admit a small group of 48 women from Afghanistan who have been linked to the United Nations (UN) in that country.
On the other hand, Marcelo Ebrard, Chancellor of Mexico, announced on his Twitter account that the Government of his country will begin to process the first refugee applications of Afghan citizens. Like the rest of Latin American countries that will provide humanitarian reception, women and girls at risk will be given priority. The documents to request asylum are processed through the Mexican Embassy in Iran.
On Wednesday, a group of 124 correspondents, reporters and staff from different media who were in Kabul arrived on Mexican soil and requested a humanitarian visa, refugee or asylum in the face of the situation in Afghanistan.
The president of Colombia, Iván Duque, also announced through his Twitter account that his country grant temporary refuge to citizens who worked hand in hand with the United States Government. The coffee country indicated that the North American nation will assume the expenses to relocate people.
Ecuador recently joined the list of countries that will act as a refuge or provide some kind of support. President Guillermo Lasso mentioned that his country grant humanitarian assistance to women, minors and vulnerable populations.
Although there are countries in the region, such as Peru or Argentina, that so far have not commented on the matter, aid is expected to be released soon And, like your neighbors, open your arms of hope to those who only want to continue living a full life.
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