RASC News Agency: Prominent opponents of the Taliban argue that Afghanistan must adopt a new national narrative to achieve long-term stability and ensure the well-being of its people. During a gathering marking the 11th anniversary of Marshal Mohammad Qasim Fahim’s passing and the anniversary of Mawlana Abdul Rahman Sayedkhili’s assassination, several speakers emphasized the necessity of redefining the country’s political and social framework. Latif Pedram, leader of the National Congress Party of Afghanistan, stressed that any meaningful transformation requires a fundamental shift in power dynamics.
“A new narrative will only be effective if power is truly transferred to the people, social institutions, and diverse ethnic groups not just concentrated in the hands of political elites, warlords, and commanders. The people must feel that they are active participants in decision-making. Past governance models may have been functional in their time, but they are no longer viable solutions for today’s Afghanistan.” Pedram further underscored that the Afghanistani people must have the right to elect their own leaders and determine their nation’s future.
The event was attended by several high-profile anti-Taliban figures, including Mohammad Younus Qanooni, Atta Mohammad Noor, and Zahid. Qanooni, in his address, highlighted the urgent need for a restructured political system one that explicitly defines the relationship between power and ethnicity, religion and governance, and the state and its citizens. He stressed that any future system must embrace Afghanistan’s religious, ethnic, political, and gender diversity. Atta Mohammad Noor echoed these sentiments, calling for a new vision that aligns with the aspirations of all Afghanistani people:
“Let us forge a new narrative one built on a determined struggle for freedom, justice, and inclusivity. I firmly support all forms of resistance whether military or civil that lead to the establishment of a democratic, representative, and people-driven government.” Throughout the gathering, participants repeatedly emphasized that Afghanistan cannot move forward under outdated frameworks. Instead, they argued, a transformative national narrative is essential to shaping a just and stable future for the country.
