Solidarity Statement: NEAR and the Asia-Pacific Local Leaders in Solidarity with Crises Affected Communities in Pakistan and Afghanistan. NEAR and the Asia-Pacific Local Leaders (APLL) stand in solidarity with the people of Pakistan and Afghanistan as they face the devastating impacts of concurrent crises that reveal both the fragility of the aid system and the courage of communities leading the response. (September 2025)
NEAR and the Asia-Pacific Local Leaders (APLL) stand in solidarity with the people of Pakistan and Afghanistan as they face the devastating impacts of concurrent crises that reveal both the fragility of the aid system and the courage of communities leading the response.
In Pakistan, pre-monsoon rains have unleashed catastrophic floods, isolating entire communities and creating major public health emergencies. At the same time, a powerful earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan, leaving survivors trapped, injured, and exposed to the elements.
Across both contexts, local organisations are the first and most trusted responders. NEAR members are assisting affected communities, mobilising despite immense challenges to deliver urgent and life-saving support. Rooted in their contexts and accountable to their people, they remain determined to meet urgent needs with dignity and care.