Vladimir Norov meets with Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister

Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Vladimir Norov met with Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi.

Afghanistan’s delegation noted that the initiative of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev to hold an International Conference on Afghanistan is very timely and in demand, as the upcoming event will allow the world community to receive detailed information about the situation in Afghanistan.

The commitment of the Afghan side to maintaining and increasing interaction with Uzbekistan, which is and will remain the closest and most reliable partner of the country, was emphasized.

Amir Khan Muttaqi assured that the territory of Afghanistan will no longer pose a threat to Uzbekistan and other states in the region.

The head of Afghanistan delegation expressed sincere gratitude to the Uzbek side for the humanitarian assistance provided to Afghanistan, including through the Multifunctional Transport and Logistics Hub in Termez, as well as the implementation of energy and infrastructure projects.

Vladimir Norov called on the Afghan side to take effective measures to meet the basic requirements of the international community as soon as possible, including the creation of a Government based on broad representation, respect for the rights of women and national minorities, and ensuring girls' access to full-fledged education.