The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov, engaged in a crucial meeting with the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Afghanistan and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Roza Otunbayeva, on November 16. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration between Uzbekistan and UNAMA in key areas, with a primary emphasis on providing humanitarian assistance and supporting the economic recovery of Afghanistan.
The comprehensive discussions between Minister Saidov and Otunbayeva addressed the pressing challenges faced by the Afghan population. Humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan emerged as a central theme, with both leaders expressing their commitment to alleviating the ongoing hardships in the region.
The officials also tackled the urgent need for rebuilding Afghanistan's national economy, which has suffered significantly due to prolonged conflict and instability. Uzbekistan affirmed its dedication to supporting initiatives aimed at economic recovery and development in Afghanistan.
Infrastructure projects within Afghanistan were also a significant point of discussion during the meeting. Both parties underscored the vital role of such projects in promoting stability and prosperity in a nation ravaged by years of conflict. The successful implementation of these initiatives is expected to play a pivotal role in rebuilding Afghanistan's infrastructure and establishing a foundation for sustainable growth.
In a statement shared on his official Telegram channel, Minister Saidov expressed his satisfaction with the outcomes of the meeting, highlighting the importance of the collaboration between Uzbekistan and UNAMA during these challenging times. He stressed the shared commitment to providing assistance to Afghanistan in various critical areas.
“Glad to host the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Afghanistan and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan H.E. Roza Otunbayeva. We exchanged views on priority areas of interaction between Uzbekistan and UNAMA on the provision of humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan, restoration of the national economy, and the implementation of various infrastructure projects in this country, as well as the initiatives put forward in the Afghan direction,” Minister Saidov stated.
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