UN Security Council Conducts Closed-Door Meet Focusing on Women In Afghanistan

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) recently convened a closed-door meeting titled "Women's Perspective on Afghanistan”.

This session had been dedicated to assessing the current situation of women living under the Taliban rule and saw the participation of several prominent Afghan women activists who highlighted their vital perspectives on various issues.

This informal session of the UN Security Council, announced by the Swiss permanent representation to the United Nations, included notable figures such as Fawzia Kofi, a former member of the Afghan parliament, alongside women activists Yalda Royan and Asila Wardak.

The Swiss representation underscored their commitment to advocating for the equal and meaningful involvement of Afghan women in shaping the country's future.

While specific details of the meeting remain undisclosed, it has been understood that the session was co-chaired by representatives from Switzerland, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates at the United Nations.

Discussions likely included the recommendations put forth by Feridun Sinirlioğlu, the Special Coordinator of the UN Secretary-General on Afghanistan.

The closed nature of these meetings has not come without criticism. Heather Barr, Associate Director of the Women's Division at Human Rights Watch, has recently voiced concerns over the UN's approach to addressing the Afghan situation behind closed doors.