RASC News Agency: In a landmark diplomatic gathering, leaders of the European Union and Central Asia convened for their first-ever summit in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, issuing a unified call for the establishment of an inclusive government in Afghanistan. Held on Friday, April 4, the summit underscored the collective commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms, placing particular emphasis on the necessity of equal access to education and public participation for Afghanistani women and girls.
In a joint communique released at the summit’s conclusion, the leaders expressed grave concern over the worsening humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. They reaffirmed their dedication to the country’s sustainable development and pledged enduring support for its people. “We are committed to advancing a vision of Afghanistan as a secure, stable, and prosperous nation governed by an inclusive administration that upholds human rights where all citizens, including women, girls, minorities, and ethnoreligious groups, can fully exercise their rights,” the statement declared.
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, addressing the summit, warned of the escalating threats stemming from the situation in Afghanistan and criticized the international community’s insufficient response. He reiterated Uzbekistan’s readiness to facilitate political dialogue aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution and sustainable development in the country. This summit and its resulting declaration come at a time when Afghanistan remains mired in profound political and social turmoil following the Taliban’s return to power. The country’s deteriorating human rights landscape particularly the systematic repression of women and girls continues to be a focal point of global concern.
