Pakistan has supported the renewal of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan mandate for three months, as the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted the resolution.
Pakistan’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Usman Jadoon, said the country backs UNAMA’s role in promoting peace, security, and stability in Afghanistan, which continues to face challenges such as terrorism, human rights issues, narcotics, and declining humanitarian aid. He highlighted a worsening security situation, pointing to an exponential rise in terrorism originating from Afghan territory. According to him, elements within the Taliban are either collaborating with or providing space to militant groups including TTP, BLA, Majeed Brigade, Daesh-K, Al Qaeda, and ETIM, which are involved in cross-border attacks on Pakistan. The Security Council resolution expressed concern over these groups and urged the Taliban to take immediate and concrete action against terrorism. It also stressed the importance of securing weapons and ammunition to prevent them from reaching such groups.
Jadoon said UNAMA should monitor security dynamics, analyse illicit economic activities, and support efforts to control illegal arms flows and facilitate refugee reintegration. He also raised concerns about disinformation by local Taliban elements, saying it is creating obstacles for UNAMA’s access within Afghanistan, and emphasized the need for objective reporting that considers the concerns of neighbouring countries. Pakistan expressed hope that the extension period will help review UNAMA’s role in supporting long-term peace and stability in Afghanistan.
