Islamabad:
A group of 10 powerful and influential countries that included China, Russia, Iran, India and Pakistan, opposed all trials from the United States on Tuesday to regain a foothold in Afghanistan by re -taking control of the strategically important Bagram Flybase.
Without explicitly naming the United States, a joint statement read that was issued after the Moscow consultations on Afghanistan: “They called unacceptable attempts from countries to deploy their military infrastructure in Afghanistan and neighboring countries as this does not serve interests of regional peace and stability.”
The statement came on the basis of recent announcement from President Donald Trump, where he tried to re -enter the control of the largest air facility in Afghanistan. The Taliban government already made it clear that it would not let any foreign power to put the foot on its land.
The question was on the agenda during the Moscow meeting, which was attended by special representatives and senior officials in Afghanistan, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
For the first time, the Afghan delegation led by Foreign Minister Amir Khan Mottaqi participated in the considerations as a member. A delegation from Belarus also attended the meeting as guests.
Pakistan was represented by Ambassador Muhammad Sadiq, who, during a closed door meeting, raised the issue of terrorist equipment in Afghanistan. In a statement sent on X, Ambassador Sadiq said at Consections for Moscow format about Afghanistan, Pakistan confirmed his unwavering obligation to a peaceful, stable and secure Afghanistan.
“I talked about the urgent need for collective regional efforts to effectively counteract terrorism and run all terrorist groups operating from Afghan Earth,” he said.
“I also highlighted the importance of strengthening regional cooperation in political and economic areas together with improved terrorism and anti-narcotics. Continued dialogue, cooperation and coordinated actions are still important to tackle these challenges and support lasting peace in the region.”
Meanwhile, participants in their joint statement confirmed their unwavering support for the establishment of Afghanistan as an independent, unified and peaceful state. They emphasized the need for the development of economic and trade exchange, investment cooperation in Afghanistan with regional countries and the international community.
They expressed their interest in developing regional economic projects with Afghan participation and promoting stable progress in fields such as healthcare, poverty reduction, agriculture and disaster prevention to help Afghanistan realize independent and sustainable development at an early stage.
They supported the active integration of Afghanistan into the system of regional connection.
The parties reiterated their obligation to continue humanitarian support for the Afghan people and called on the international community to intensify the offering of humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people while confirming resistance to the attempts to politicize it.
The parties called for strengthening the cooperation on counter -terrorism at both bilateral and multilateral level.
They emphasized that Afghanistan should be supported to take on extensive measures aimed at eliminating terrorism and its extinction within a short time frame, so that Afghan Earth is not used as a threat to the neighboring countries and its security.
The parties emphasized that terrorism poses a serious threat to security in Afghanistan, the region and the wider world. The parties emphasized the significant role, regional framework.
The parties called on the countries, which were mainly responsible for the current situation in Afghanistan, to sincerely fulfill obligations for the economic recovery and future development of Afghanistan.
On the sidelines of the session, Pakistan’s special representative of Afghanistan held a constructive and in -depth meeting with Foreign Minister Muttaqi. The 90 minute commitment focused on promoting bilateral cooperation in key areas, including financial cooperation, trade, transit and regional security.
Both sides confirmed the importance of improved regional connection and agreed to explore practical measures to facilitate trade and transit, especially through streamlined customs procedures and improved infrastructure connections.
Emphasis was placed on unlocking the potential of regional trading corridors in favor of the economic stability and development of the wider region. They also exchanged views on the current security situation, especially the presence of terrorist groups, and its consequences for cross -border trade and regional cooperation.
The two sides emphasized the need for sustained dialogue and collaboration to tackle common security concerns, secure transport paths and fight illegal activities.
