Philippines to Temporarily Host Afghan Visa Applicants for U.S. Resettlement

The agreement marks a deepening of U.S.-Philippine relations and addresses security and legal concerns.

The Philippines will host up to 1,000 Afghan nationals at a time while their U.S. special immigrant visas are processed.
The U.S. will provide services including food, housing, security, and medical care for the Afghans during their stay.
Concerns have been raised about the potential for Afghan nationals to become stranded if their visa applications are delayed or denied.
The agreement is part of Operation Enduring Welcome, aimed at resettling Afghan allies who assisted the U.S. in Afghanistan.
The deal underscores strengthened diplomatic and military ties between the U.S. and the Philippines under President Marcos Jr.