RASC News Agency: The United Nations Security Council has announced the extension of the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) Deputy Office for another year. Members of the United Nations Security Council unanimously endorsed the decision following a late-night session held on March 15th.
They declared that through the adoption of a resolution, the United Nations’ mission in Afghanistan under the Taliban’s control has been extended for another year. The draft resolution was prepared by Japan, responsible for the Afghanistan portfolio in the Security Council, and according to this decision, UNAMA’s mandate in Afghanistan has been extended until March 17, 2025.
The United Nations website reported that Japan’s representative, also serving as the President of the Security Council, remarked after the vote that this resolution ensures UNAMA remains steadfast in its robust and flexible mission to address Afghanistan’s multifaceted challenges.
He stated, “The presence of this mission is deemed vital as the international community seeks to deepen engagement and build trust with the Taliban.” Japan’s representative added that this is a strong message to the people of Afghanistan that the United Nations, with the Security Council’s support, “continues its tireless work on their behalf.”
Following the Taliban’s takeover of the country and the severe restrictions imposed on women’s activities, female UNAMA staff have been prohibited from working with the organization. Roza Otunbayeva, former Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan, currently serves as the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Afghanistan and leads UNAMA.
