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November 13, 2021
Eight -nation Regional Security Dialogue on Afghanistan held in its national capital has emphasized the need for Afghanistan’s territory not to be used for, sheltering, training, planning or financing any terrorist act”. National Security adviser Ajit Doval chaired the dialogue, which was attended by his counterparts from Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan.
India hosted the dialogue to firm up a common approach for practical cooperation in confronting increasing threats of terrorism, radicalization and drug trafficking following the Taliban’s takeover of Kabul. Afghan representatives were not invited, while Pakistan and China declined to attend the meeting, with Pakistan’s National Security Adviser Moeed Yusuf last week calling India a “spoiler” and not a “peacemaker” in Afghanistan.
Delhi declaration on Afghanistan
The third Regional Security dialogue on Afghanistan called for support for a peaceful, secure and stable Afghanistan. It called for collective cooperation against menace of radicalization, extremism, separation and drug trafficking.
And stated tat the dialogue on Afghanistan has condemned in strongest terms all terrorist activities and reaffirmed firm commitment to combat terrorism. It should be ensured that fundamental rights of women, children and minority communities in Afghanistan are not violated, the declaration mentioned.
Participants at the Delhi dialogue discussed evolving situation in Afghanistan, its regional and global ramifications, the declaration informed. The eight-nation meeting, hosted by India, stressed on the importance of inclusion of all sections in the administrative and political structure imperative of successful reconciliation in Afghanistan, the said declaration also mentioned.
Time for close consultations, greater cooperation: Doval
The recent development in Afghanistan have important implication not only for the people of that country but also for its neighbours and the region, NSA Ajit Doval said at the eight-nation dialogue.
Chairing the meeting, Doval in his opening remarks said it is time to have close consultations, greater cooperation and coordination among the regional countries on the Afghan situation.
Tajikistan says situation on border with Afghanistan complicated
Mr. Nasrullo Rahmatjon Mahmudzoda, Secretary, Security Council of Tajikistan, said: “As we have a long border with Afghanistan, the current situation creates extra risk and possibilities for drug trafficking, terrorism. The situation on Tajik-Afghan border remains complicated”. And further said they as their neighbouring countries are ready to participate in all programs that can help the people of Afghanistan.
Iran calls for inclusive government
Rear Admiral Ali Shamkhani, Secretary, National Security Council, Iran said: “There’s crisis of migration, refugees in Afghanistan and the solution can come with the formation of an inclusive government and participation of all ethnic groups. Hoping to come up with a mechanism to revolve it and further pointed out that its unfortunate that today. Afghanistan is involve in terrorism, poverty and misery.
And added that the issues of which have already destroyed Afghanistan would be discussed, “I am very much proud and happy to the fact that the meetings in Tehran have been continued and we are able to consult each other in order to resolve the crises”.
Afghans should be extended help: Kyrgyzstan official
Mr. Marat M. Imankulov, Secretary of Security Council of Kyrgyzstan, also added that it is very a difficult situation in their region and all over the world. Talking about “terrorist organisation in Afghanistan and added that with joint efforts, help should be extended to Afghans.
Multilateral meetings help talk challenges, threat, says Russian NSA
Mr. Nikolai Patrushev, Secretary of the Security Council of Russia, at the meeting noted that multilaterals should help in discussing issues linked to the development situation in Afghanistan, counter challenges, threat emanating from the country, and establish long lasting peace.
Joint effort can restore peace: Uzbekistan
To restore peace in Afghanistan and in the region altogether, they have to find a collective solution, as it is possible only through joint efforts the Secretary to the Security Council of Uzbekistan said at the dialogue hosted by India. The participants of the meeting have thanked India for holding the Third Regional Security Dialogue on Afghanistan in New Delhi and agreed to hold the next round in 2022.
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