Brazil inks deal to provide financial aid to Afghans
Starting in March this year, Brazil will provide complementary humanitarian and community assistance to Afghans facing vulnerable circumstances. A technical cooperation agreement signed by Brazil’s Ministry of Justice and Public Security with the international humanitarian support NGO Panahgah is expected to benefit up to 500 people a year.In addition to humanitarian visas, the beneficiaries will receive financial aid to pay for housing for up to a year and other basic expenses, as well as Brazilian identification documents. They should also have access to public services such as health care, education, and social work.The deal is the first of its kind to be signed under a community sponsorship initiative created by the Brazilian government aimed at forging partnerships with NGOs willi...