UNHCR chief to arrive on November 24

22 Nov, 2005

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), António Guterres will arrive here on November 24 to review UNHCR's earthquake relief operations.
He would not only visit the quake-hit areas but will also meet officials to discuss the future of Afghan refugees still living in Pakistan. The High Commissioner plans to travel to Muzaffarabad on Thursday morning where he will meet with military and civil officials and UN representatives involved in the relief efforts.
He will also visit Garhi Habibullah relief camp in Balakot and drive through quake-affected areas in Balakot town.
On Friday, Antonio will meet with government officials in Islamabad and is scheduled to hold a press conference here as well.
He will then leave for Peshawar to visit Afghan refugee camps and meet officials there.
The High Commissioner's two-day visit to Pakistan is part of a regional trip that also includes Afghanistan and Iran.

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