Afghanistan Peace CampaignShaheen emphasized that the interim government is ready for positive engagement with all countries, including the United States.
The head of the Islamic Emirate’s political office in Qatar, Suhail Shaheen, told a Japanese media outlet that Afghanistan’s interim government is hopeful for strengthened ties between Kabul and Washington.
Shaheen referred to the Doha Agreement, describing Donald Trump as a pragmatic figure who, he expects, would realistically address current challenges. He told the Japanese media, “It seems Mr. Trump is more pragmatic, and I think we need to be realistic in solution of issues.”
Shaheen emphasized that the interim government is ready for positive engagement with all countries, including the United States. “We are open to positive engagement with the world and also the United States,” he said.
Before the US presidential election, the Islamic Emirate urged the incoming president to adopt a realistic policy toward Afghanistan.
Political analyst Mohammad Aslam Danishmal told TOLOnews, “Trump is not very interested in continuing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, and he is more inclined to focus on countering China in the region.”
Sayed Akbar Sial Wardak, another political analyst, said: “The remaining provisions and annexes of the Doha Agreement, signed between the two parties, could be implemented through dialogue with the Islamic Emirate if Trump takes office.”
Previously, the White House had stated that if Afghanistan’s interim government seeks sanctions relief and international legitimacy, it must fulfill its commitments.