24 April, 2017

H.E. Dr. Ahmed Albanna (UAE Ambassador to India) met with H.E. Shaida Mohammad Abdali, Afghan Ambassador to India.

During the meeting they exchanged views on the situation in Afghanistan and on regional issues of mutual interest. Reaffirming their shared interests in advancing peace and security in the region, as well as countering terrorism, both sides welcomed the discussions focused on political, economic, and development goals in Afghanistan, including the regional dimension. The meeting provided a forum for both the governments to explore ways to coordinate and align their assistance with the priorities of the Afghan government. They agreed that the Regular meeting helps advance shared values and goals, and decided to continue these consultations on a regular basis.

The discussions also focused on undertaking a clear and realistic assessment of the opportunities for peace and reconciliation in Afghanistan, and anticipated obstacles and measures that would help create a conducive environment for commencement of peace talks with the shared goal of reducing violence and establishing lasting peace in Afghanistan.

H.E. Dr Ahmed Albanna added that they should have regular meetings to advance the peace and reconciliation process in Afghanistan and thanked Ambassador for his visit to the Embassy to discuss the details at the length.