The United Nations Security Council has unanimously decided to extend the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) until March 17, 2026. The decision, adopted through Resolution 2777 (2025), stresses the Council’s commitment to Afghanistan’s stability and ongoing humanitarian efforts.
The resolution highlights the importance of UNAMA’s continued presence in Afghanistan and urges all stakeholders to ensure the safety and security of UN personnel. The Council also requested the UN Secretary-General to provide quarterly reports on the situation in Afghanistan and the implementation of UNAMA’s mandate.
Afghanistan’s representative welcomed the decision, emphasizing UNAMA’s role in addressing the country’s severe economic crisis and human rights violations. He expressed concern over the plight of Afghan women and girls, who continue to face restrictions under Taliban rule. The representative also called for political dialogue and financial reforms, including enabling Afghanistan’s Central Bank to function under a legitimate government.
Several Security Council members reaffirmed their support for UNAMA. Denmark, which holds the Council presidency for March, stated that the resolution sends a clear message of solidarity with the Afghan people. Somalia, speaking on behalf of Guyana, Sierra Leone, and Algeria, stressed the need for coordinated international efforts to address Afghanistan’s challenges.
The Republic of Korea highlighted three key aspects of the resolution: preserving UNAMA’s broad mandate, updating the Council’s stance on Afghanistan’s evolving situation, and recognizing the impact of climate-related disasters. China emphasized the need for greater engagement with the Taliban-led administration while advocating for economic and humanitarian support.
Pakistan’s representative raised security concerns, citing recent cross-border attacks allegedly coordinated from Afghanistan. The resolution explicitly calls for Afghanistan’s territory not to be used for terrorist activities. The United States also underscored the Taliban’s responsibility in meeting counter-terrorism commitments.
Russia, while supporting the resolution, stressed the need for pragmatic engagement with Afghanistan’s de facto authorities. The representative described the resolution as a balanced outcome that acknowledges ground realities while maintaining UNAMA’s core mandate.
Taliban’s spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid has previously criticized the UNAMA for its failure to deliver accurate reports about Afghanistan’s progress, security, and stability. He alleged that the UNAMA focused on highlighting minor issues and evoking an image of instability and concern.
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) is a UN Special Political Mission assigned with assisting the people of Afghanistan, regardless of their nationalities. It was established on March 28, 2002 by the UN Security Council Resolution 1401. The Mandate is reviewed annually and has been altered over time to address the needs of the country.
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