US & UAE Officials Discuss Implementation Of UN Resolution About Afghanistan

Thomas West, the United Nations’ Special Representative for Afghanistan met Lana Nusseibeh, Assistant Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates, on Monday.

They emphasised on the importance of joint cooperation to implement UN Security Council Resolution 2721 and to assist the Afghan people, particularly women.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs wrote on the X social media platform on Monday that the two sides discussed "collaboration on a pathway towards security, stability, and prosperity for all the people of Afghanistan, especially Afghan women”.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs' note did not specify which issues related to Resolution 2721, adopted on December 29, 2023, were discussed by Nusseibeh and West.

At that time, Nusseibeh was the UAE's ambassador to the United Nations and, alongside Western countries critical of the Taliban, proposed several resolutions in support of Afghan women and against the prohibition of women's education and employment.

Resolution 2721 addresses how to engage with the Taliban government in Afghanistan. It was adopted with the aim of creating a coherent and coordinated international approach to restore peace and stability in Afghanistan.

The resolution emphasises on the appointment of a UN special coordinator for Afghanistan.

The Taliban oppose the appointment of a new representative with full authority, considering the presence of the head of UNAMA in Afghanistan to be sufficient.

In this meeting, Nusseibeh stressed on the importance of supporting Afghan women's rights and strengthening their role in society.

West also expressed appreciation for the UAE's support and emphasised on the continuation of bilateral cooperation to advance shared goals.

Tom West wrote on X social media platform that the two countries share common views on the economy, security situation, and the need for a unified diplomatic approach towards Afghanistan.