Kabul hails EU-Pakistan support for Afghan peace

KABUL.

A day earlier, the European Union (EU) and Pakistan called for the unwavering continuation of the Afghan peace process.

In a joint declaration, they reaffirmed their strong support for an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process

In a statement, MoFA said the reaffirmation of the EU and Pakistan’s commitment to successful peace talks in Afghanistan was valuable.

“Calls from our international allies for reduction in violence and an immediate ceasefire would strengthen the chances of the success of talks,” MoFA said.

The end state of talks, where the Islamic Republic remained intact and the rights of Afghan citizens were preserved, would be an ideal outcome for all, the statement added.

In recognition of the impact of peace talks on fighting violent extremism, illegal migration, drugs and human trafficking, strengthening regional and global consensus on the success of peace talks was critical, the ministry concluded.

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