The Kabul Tribune (KT) — A senior United Arab Emirates diplomat and a top United Nations official have discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan ahead of the renewal of the UN mission’s mandate.
Ambassador Ghassak Shahine, Deputy Permanent Representative
of the UAE to the United Nations, met with Georgette Gagnon, Deputy Special
Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Political Affairs in Afghanistan
and Officer-in-Charge of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan
(UNAMA).
The meeting focused on recent developments in Afghanistan
and the role of UNAMA in supporting peace, stability and development in the
country.
Both sides highlighted the importance of the mission’s continued
engagement as the UN Security Council prepares to consider the renewal of
UNAMA’s mandate.
The two officials also stressed the need to protect the
rights of all Afghans, particularly women and girls, and underscored the
importance of ensuring their full, equal and meaningful participation in
society.
They emphasized expanding access to education, employment
opportunities and public life as key elements in supporting long-term stability
and inclusive development in Afghanistan.
