Peace talks to resume on Jan. 5, hopes Abdullah

KABUL (Pajhwok): High Council for National Reconciliation Chairman Dr. Abdullah Abdullah says the venue for peace talks should not be an obstacle.

In a series of tweets, the chief negotiator said: “The people of Afghanistan are determined to support and welcome the peace process.

“We and the people of Afghanistan are supporting the Islamic Republic’s negotiating team and are looking forward for positive outcomes in the second phase.”

He added the government team would report to HCNR and the Leadership Committee, “We are here to listen to you and support you at all levels. Leadership Committee meetings will take place on a regular basis.”

“You are representing the Republic of Afghanistan, & its great people. You can enter into talks with Taliban, & discuss all topics on the agenda. You have to demonstrate that peace is a priority for the republic.”

The negotiation would resume on the 5th of January 2021, & the venue for the talks should not be an obstacle, Abdullah commented.

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