KABUL (Pajhwok): US Special Representative for Afghanistan Thomas West is visiting European and Asian countries for talks with allies on the situation in Afghanistan.
On his twitter handle, West wrote: “I will be traveling to Europe and Asia starting today to discuss the way forward on Afghanistan with Allies and partners. The international community must act together to be effective.”
He said: “It is an honor to assume the role of US special representative for Afghanistan. I look forward to advancing America’s vital interests and supporting the Afghan people.”
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken tweeted: “Good to sit down with Special Representative for Afghanistan Tom West @US4Afghan peace ahead of his trip to discuss Afghanistan with international stakeholders. The first stop on his travel will be Brussels, where he will consult with allies and partners.”
West was named as US chief negotiator on October 18 after former envoy Zalmay Khalilzad resigned.
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