Ambassador Hassan Soroosh participated virtually as a speaker in a seminar on the “ Role of Media in Preventing Further Isolation of Afghanistan” organized by the Fahim Dashty Foundation in Toronto, Canada.
Ambassador Soroosh spoke about the increasing restrictions on Afghan media under the Taliban and stated that: “Once a vibrant and flourishing sector under the Republic exemplified by the presence of over 500 media outlets in the country, the media sector today suffers tremendously under the Taliban’s repressive polices and practices.”
He further spoke about the role of Afghan media and journalists in highlighting the growing humanitarian needs, exposing human rights violations and voicing the aspirations of the people.
Ambassador Soroosh stressed the importance of greater support for media outlets in Afghanistan, the diaspora-led media outlets as well as the newcomer journalists within the Afghan diaspora community.
He also expressed his gratefulness to Canada for the previous support to many important areas including democratic process and media sector in Afghanistan as well as for the ongoing humanitarian, resettlement and advocacy efforts in support of the people of Afghanistan.
OTTAWA: OCTOBER 31, 2023
Statement of the Coordination Council of the Diplomatic and Consular Missions of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Regarding the Government of Pakistan's Stated Decision to Forcibly Deport Afghan Refugees
OTTAWA: OCTOBER 31, 2023
Earlier on X, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh expressed his gratefulness to Canada for "welcoming at least 40000 of our fellow Afghans under one of the world’s largest Afghan resettlement programs since August 2021" and for "the commitment to continue resettlement support for Afghanistan under different programs."
OTTAWA: OCTOBER 31, 2023
Many congratulations on another great victory!
مبارک باد! ـ مبارک دې وي!ـ
Earlier on X, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh wrote the following on the recent terrorist attack targeting a boxing club in Kabul:
"Another cowardly attack by terrorists targeting a boxing club in Kabul bringing pain & suffering to the affected families during a time of a multifaceted crisis in Afghanistan.
My thoughts & prayers are with the victims and their families. I wish those injured a quick recovery."
Our heartfelt congratulations to our proud cricket team and to our fellow Afghans around the world on the great win against Pakistan in the ICC Cricket World Cup!
د دغه تاریخي بریا مبارکي ټولو ګرانو هېوادوالو ته وایو! ـ
این پیروزی تاریخی را به همه هموطنان عزیز تبریک می گوییم!ـ
OTTAWA: OCTOBER 23, 2023
Earlier on X, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh wrote the following on the need for a long-term and comprehensive plan in response to multiple earthquakes in Herat, Afghanistan:
“Back-to-back earthquakes and aftershocks, the entirely flattened areas, a traumatized population living in tents, and unspeakable suffering. This is what daily life looks like in Herat, Afghanistan these days. The affected areas not only require emergency support including food, shelter, special care and medical supplies but also a long-term and comprehensive response plan that includes long-term recovery support for housing and livelihood.”
OTTAWA: OCTOBER 16, 2023
Many congratulations to our great cricket team and to our fellow Afghans around the world on the historic win against England in the ICC Cricket World Cup and thank you to the entire team for bringing so much joy to our people during this tragic time in Afghanistan.
مبارک باد! ـ
مبارک دې وي!ـ
OTTAWA: OCTOBER 15, 2023
Earlier on X, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh wrote the following on the cowardly terrorist attack in Baghlan, Afghanistan: " Another barbaric attack by terrorists and enemies of humanity targeting innocent people during the Friday prayer in Baghlan, Afghanistan. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. I wish those injured a quick recovery."
منابع به آمو تأیید کرده اند که شمار تلفات انفجار امروز در داخل مسجدی در ولایت بغلان به ۱۸ تن افزایش یافت.ـ به گفته این منابع، در این رویداد حداقل ۳۰ تن زخم برداشتهاند.ـ این انفجار پس از چاشت امروز در داخل مسجد امام زمان در شهر پلخمری رخ داد.ـ
OTTAWA: OCTOBER 12, 2023
During a meeting at the Embassy of Afghanistan in Ottawa, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh officially handed over the deanship of the Asia Pacific Diplomatic Group to H.E. Kallayana Vipattipumiprates, Ambassador of Thailand to Canada. Ambassador Soroosh wished Ambassador Vipattipumiprates every success during his deanship.
The two sides discussed various issues of mutual interest and the activities within the Asia Pacific Group.
