Pakistan, Oct. 2 -- The district administration of Karezat, near Quetta, has issued deportation orders to Afghan shopkeepers in Bostan, Nana Saheb, and Khanozai, asking them to wind up businesses and return to Afghanistan within a week. Authorities warned of strict action against those failing to comply with the directive.

Assistant Commissioner Karezat emphasized that the deadline of seven days is final. Any Afghan found running businesses after this period may face legal consequences, including detention. Officials noted that this move is part of broader efforts to regulate unregistered foreigners in the district.

Since late 2023, Pakistan has intensified its repatriation program for Afghan refugees under the Illegal Foreigners Repatr...