20:09, 26-Mar-2018
Afghan Refugees in Pakistan: Refugees face dilemma with soft expulsion order by Pakistan
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Afghanistan's ongoing war has made it one of the world's largest sources of refugees. The UN says Pakistan has more than 1 point 4 million Afghans. Its leaders have been offering them asylum status and while also encouraging them to return home - putting some in a bind. Chuck Tinte has more.
This refugee camp is located on the outskirts of Pakistan's capital Islamabad. The dilapidated camp has become the shelter of many Afghan refugees and their descendants starting in the 1990s. 22 year old Abdullah was born and grew up here.
ABDULLAH AFGHAN REFUGEE "I have been to Baluch, Karachi and other places in Pakistan for work. I stay in Islamabad because all of my life is here."
Most refugees like Abdullah believe the Pakistani government will continue to extend their Proof of Residency cards. But for how long?
TASWUR AFGHAN REFUGEE "Of course I want to come back to Afghanistan. It's my home country. But I have to stay here as there is no peace."
It is not easy to return to Afghanistan. The country is in the midst of an economic depression. And suicide bombings continue to rock the country, leaving hundreds killed since January. The refugees are faced with nothing but danger and uncertainty. Chuck Tinte, CGTN.