Minister of Migration: Issuing documents to returnees from Al-Hawl camp is a fundamental step for their integration and stability.
Minister of Migration and Displacement, Mrs. Evan Faeq Jabro, participated in a conference on the mechanism for issuing civil documents to Iraqis returning from northeastern Syria. The conference was attended by representatives from the Supreme Judicial Council, the National Security Council, the National Security Agency, several senior officials from the Ministry of Interior, and representatives of international organizations.
In her speech, the Minister emphasized her commitment to attending the conference due to its importance in addressing the challenge of issuing official documents and identification papers to returnees from Al-Hawl camp, noting that this represents a pivotal step in reintegrating families into society and ensuring their stability.
Mrs. Jabro expressed her gratitude to the Supreme Judicial Council, the National Security Advisory, the Ministry of Interior, and the supporting organizations—particularly UNICEF and GIZ—for their roles in handling this sensitive issue in accordance with legal frameworks and international conventions.
She explained that “Iraq was the first country to initiate the transfer of its nationals from the camp, with over 17,000 people repatriated and more than 11,000 of them rehabilitated, while efforts are underway to complete the return of over 6,600 individuals, despite funding challenges and the suspension of some activities following the halt of U.S. support.”
Mrs. Jabro noted that “the ministry, in coordination with the European Union, was able to fund projects that contribute to rehabilitating return areas and enhancing stability.” She concluded by expressing her gratitude to all who supported the ministry’s efforts to end the suffering of these families and help them begin a stable life.
