Message of the Honorable Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan On the Occasion of the Afghan Red Crescent Society Special Week. I seek refuge in Allah from the accuresed (or rejected) Satan. In the name of Allāh, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful. Allah Almighty says: لَنْ تَنَالُوا الْبِرَّ حَتَّیٰ تُنْفِقُوا مِمَّا تُحِبُّونَ ۚ وَمَا تُنْفِقُوا مِنْ شَیْءٍ فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ بِهِ عَلِیمٌ 3:92 “Never will you attain the good [reward] until you spend [in the way of Allah] from that which you love. And whatever you spend - indeed, Allah is Knowing of it.” (Surah Al Imran: 92) It is a great blessing from Allah, the Almighty, that in continuation of its benevolent and righteous endeavors over the preceding years, the Afghan Red Crescent Society once again inaugurates its humanitarian activities during Special Week, with the noble aim of strengthening its financial resources. The blessed religion of Islam is a comprehensive and perfect way of life that encompasses every dimension of human existence. It promotes brotherhood, compassion, sympathy, goodwill, and support for the oppressed, the impoverished, and the destitute. Guided by divine guidance and the teachings of the Prophet (PBUH), Islam obligates its followers to extend assistance to the helpless and the vulnerable, a principle regarded as one of the fundamental foundations of an Islamic society. For nearly a century, the Afghan Red Crescent Society has functioned as a non-profit, independent, and humanitarian national organization, faithfully fulfilling its religious and professional responsibilities by assisting the affected, the needy, and the vulnerable across Afghanistan. The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan commends this esteemed organization for its tireless and impactful humanitarian services to the people, particularly its recent relief operations for returning refugees and those affected by the devastating earthquake in the eastern provinces. We beseech Allah Almighty to bestow upon it further success in their humanitarian efforts and services. At the national level, the ARCS’s efforts for the care and self-reliance of those engaged in street begging are commendable. Likewise, its significant contributions in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients suffering from psychological disorders merit sincere appreciation and recognition. While acknowledging and welcoming the ARCS’s humanitarian initiatives, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan reaffirms its unwavering commitment to upholding the neutrality and independence of this esteemed national organization and pledges its full support in the noble execution of its humanitarian mission. Honorable and compassionate citizens! As previously mentioned, the Afghan Red Crescent Society is a humanitarian and independent national organization of our country. Despite its limited resources, it continues to exert tireless efforts, without any form of discrimination or distinction, to assist our vulnerable, impoverished, and disaster-affected compatriots, striving to alleviate their hardships and uphold the human dignity of our nation. In the spirit of these humanitarian efforts and during Special Week, the dedicated staff and volunteers of the Afghan Red Crescent Society are reaching out to you. Accordingly, they urge all honorable officials, civil servants, and employees of the Islamic Emirate, based on the principle of من طیب النفس “Min Ṭīb al-Nafs” (willingly given charity), to donate one day’s salary as an act of charity. I, too, call upon all patriotic citizens, esteemed officials of the Emirate, and honorable traders not to abandon this benevolent humanitarian struggle. Within your means, extend your assistance and cooperation, so that your contributions may further strengthen and expand the scope and impact of the Society’s vital relief services. Best Regards, Al-Hajj Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan