KABUL (Pajhwok): Norwegian chargé d'affaires for Afghanistan Paul Klouman Bekken has met deputy foreign minister for political affairs Sher Muhammad Abbas Stanekzai.
Abdul Qahar Balkhi, a spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, wrote on X that during the meeting Bekken acknowledged progress in Afghanistan’s stability, security and economy.
“Appreciated efforts in managing & facilitating return of refugees. Calling the recent achievements in Afghanistan self-evident & unprecedented, Stanekzai highlighted that IEA professionally managed the returnee process, provided timely transportation, shelter, food, clothing & health services. However, there remains a need for further international cooperation.”
Both sides exchanged views on bilateral and regional issues, Balkhi said.
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