Women for Afghanistan underscored that these discussions represent more than symbolic gatherings; they constitute concrete steps toward rebuilding national trust and laying the groundwork for a future political settlement that respects the rights and aspirations of all Afghans, particularly women and marginalised communities.
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Stakeholders are calling on the government to explore alternative trade corridors, diplomatic engagement to secure safe passage, and urgent financial support for exporters facing liquidity crunches.
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ILO’s Nepal country director Numan Özcan says that with evidence-based planning, increased investment, and inclusive social dialogue, the country can turn a potential setback into a catalyst for sustainable, job-rich development.
Independent observers note that without accountability, the culture of impunity will only deepen. Families continue to lose loved ones in suspicious circumstances, while officers operate with an apparent licence to kill.
In a sobering assessment released this week, the United Nations has painted a complex portrait of Afghanistan under Taliban governance, where a dramatic increase in security incidents coincides with fragile stability, devastating cross-border violence with Pakistan, and a deepening humanitarian and human rights crisis.
The persistence of illegal hunting and trade underscores a tension between traditional practices, economic necessity, and modern conservation imperatives.
In a sobering assessment released this week, the United Nations has painted a complex portrait of Afghanistan under Taliban governance, where a dramatic increase in security incidents coincides with fragile stability, devastating cross-border violence with Pakistan, and a deepening humanitarian and human rights crisis.
International mediators, including Qatar, continue to play pivotal roles. The coming weeks will test whether this ceasefire evolves into a comprehensive framework for Middle East security or remains a fragile pause.