Ibrahim Raisi, the President of Iran, and Imam Ali Rahman, the President of Tajikistan, expressed concern during the 78th United Nations General Assembly about the “presence and activities of terrorists” in Afghanistan.
According to a statement from the Iranian presidency, these meetings took place Tuesday at the United Nations headquarters in New York.
In the statement, the presidents of Iran and Tajikistan emphasized the “necessity of holding joint foreign ministerial meetings of neighbouring countries to enhance coordination in combating terrorism and establishing stability in Afghanistan.”
Furthermore, the leaders of these two countries considered non-interference by foreign entities in the affairs of regional countries as crucial for achieving sustainable security and highlighted the need to boost trade and economic cooperation and increase interactions between Iran and Tajikistan in international organizations.
In the past, leaders from various regional countries, such as Imam Ali Rahman, the President of Tajikistan, have consistently voiced their apprehensions regarding the presence and actions of terrorist organizations operating within Afghanistan.
These concerns stemmed from the potential spillover effects of instability and violence in Afghanistan, which could have far-reaching consequences for the entire region. The leaders emphasized the importance of addressing the terrorist threat collectively through regional cooperation, intelligence sharing, and diplomatic efforts to ensure regional stability and security.
Efforts to combat terrorism and promote stability in Afghanistan have often been a priority for these leaders, as they recognized the need to safeguard their nations from the repercussions of extremist activities across the Afghan border.
This shared concern has led to greater collaboration among regional actors, highlighting the significance of addressing the Afghan situation as a shared regional challenge that requires a coordinated approach to counteract the threat of terrorism effectively.
Source : The Khaama Press