Islamic Emirate Reacts to UN Report

The deputy spokesman of the foreign ministry said that the current government also wants good interactions with the world.

The Foreign Ministry welcomed aspects of the report of UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to the Security Council, particulary his call for the world to interact patiently with the Islamic Emirate. 

The deputy spokesman of the foreign ministry said that the current government also wants good interactions with the world.

The ministry rejected claims that 23 armed groups are active in Afghanistan.

“Murders and, arrests (in report) are not true, and we also reject the claim that 23 armed groups are active,” said Zia Ahmad Takal, a deputy spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry.

Meanwhile, the deputy spokesperson of the Foreign Ministry said he appreciated some aspects in the report, like the noting of improved governance, accountability and access to services through the formation of Ulema councils, efforts for national reconciliation and unity with former administration officials and minorities, and curbing arms trafficking and narcotics cultivation and trade.

Meanwhile, some political analysts said that the world’s interaction with the Islamic Emirate is useful for the country.

“We hope that the Islamic Emirate is recognized by the world, so the Islamic Emirate can fight against terrorists,” said Janat Fahim Chakari, a political analyst.

Meanwhile, the UNAMA mission in Afghanistan is currently set  to end on March 17, but the UN secretary general recommended to the Security Council that it extend UNAMA’s mission for 12 months.

Islamic Emirate Reacts to UN Report