At the same time, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced the launch of a Joint Sustainable Solutions Project in eastern Afghanistan.
Ratwatte emphasized the critical need for continued support for essential programs in health, education, and social protection, calling these initiatives "life-saving" for the Afghan population.
In a report released on Sunday, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said many returnees continue to face serious obstacles to resettlement and livelihoods.