Deepdives 
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif spoke on the significance of acknowledging the challenges faced by refugees on World Refugee Day. She stressed that being a refugee should not be seen as a crime but as a difficult necessity imposed on people to preserve their lives.
Key Points from Maryam Nawaz’s Statement
- Refugees do not choose displacement: Maryam Nawaz stated, “No one becomes a refugee by choice; people leave their homes and native lands to save themselves.”
- Compassion over suspicion: She urged society to adopt empathy towards refugees rather than mistrust.
- Long-lasting impact of conflicts: While conflicts may end, the trauma endured by refugees lasts much longer.
- Need for support systems: Highlighted the urgency of creating mechanisms that aid refugees in rebuilding their lives safely.
This message from the Punjab CM comes at a time when refugee issues are increasingly gaining global attention, underscoring the importance of standing up for human dignity and rights. Her remarks also reflect the government’s commitment to humanitarian relief and the protection of vulnerable populations.
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