Afghanistan Peace Campaign
The UN Security Council will convene its quarterly meeting on Afghanistan Wednesday, with Special Envoy Roza Otunbayeva presenting her final report as humanitarian, economic, and rights crises intensify.
The United Nations Security Council announced it will hold its quarterly meeting on Afghanistan on Wednesday. Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UNAMA head Roza Otunbayeva will deliver her latest report to Council members.
Otunbayeva’s mandate as special envoy, which began last year, is set to conclude in September. During her tenure, she has sought to inform the international community of Afghanistan’s political, security, and humanitarian conditions.
According to the agenda, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk will also address the session, highlighting key concerns over rights and freedoms in Afghanistan.
In addition, a representative from Afghanistan’s civil society is expected to present views on the state of human rights, civil liberties, and urgent humanitarian needs faced by the population.
The meeting comes as Afghanistan continues to grapple with economic collapse, social restrictions, and a deepening humanitarian crisis. Observers stress that the Council’s decisions could shape the future direction of UNAMA’s mission in the country.
Analysts note that the quarterly session will be closely watched to see whether the Security Council strengthens or alters UNAMA’s mandate amid mounting challenges.
With Afghanistan’s humanitarian needs at record levels and rights concerns worsening, the outcome of Wednesday’s meeting may prove critical in guiding international engagement with the country.