RASC News Agency: Ismatullah Irgashev, the Special Representative of the President of Uzbekistan for Afghanistan Affairs, recently convened with Aurelia Bouchez, the French Ambassador to Uzbekistan. Their primary focus during the discussion centered on the current state of affairs in Afghanistan, particularly under the governance of the Taliban group. Both parties thoroughly explored the existing situation and contemplated the potential prospects for Uzbekistan-France relations in the context of Afghanistan. Additionally, they addressed the ongoing developments in Afghanistan, emphasizing the crucial role of regional security and cooperation in navigating the challenges posed by the Taliban’s governance.
Within the meeting, Aurelia Bouchez commended Uzbekistan for its significant role in fostering long-term peace and revitalizing Afghanistan’s economy. She also acknowledged the country’s active participation in regional integration processes, underscoring its significance within a broader geopolitical context. These discussions unfolded against the backdrop of the Herat Security Dialogue, a gathering attended by experts and politicians from Afghanistan and various other nations. Held in Dushanbe, the capital city of Tajikistan, this dialogue aimed to comprehensively address security concerns in the region.
It is imperative to note that these consultations transpired at a juncture when Afghanistan, under Taliban control, grapples with numerous challenges to its economic and political infrastructure, further exacerbating the country’s already fragile economic situation. Preceding this meeting, authorities from diverse nations had consistently voiced their apprehensions regarding the situation in Afghanistan under Taliban rule, particularly concerning the active presence of terrorist groups and the proliferation of drug trafficking originating from the country.
