Muttaki assures that Afghanistan will no longer be a threat to Uzbekistan

Tashkent, The Gulf Observer: The Afghan delegation noted that the initiative of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to hold an international conference is very timely, since the upcoming event will allow the world community to receive detailed information about the situation in Afghanistan.

The commitment of the Afghan side to maintaining cooperation with Uzbekistan, which will remain the closest and most reliable partner of the country, was emphasized.

Amir Khan Muttaki assured that the territory of Afghanistan would no longer pose a threat to Uzbekistan and other states of the region.

In addition, the head of the Afghan delegation expressed sincere gratitude to the Uzbek side for the humanitarian assistance provided to Afghanistan, including through the Multifunctional transport-logistics hub in Termez, as well as the implementation of energy and infrastructure projects.

Vladimir Norov called on the Afghan side to take effective measures to quickly fulfill the basic requirements of the international community, including the creation of a government based on broad representation, respect for the rights of women and national minorities, and ensuring girls’ access to a full school education.