Roza Otunbayeva will brief the UN Security Council on Afghanistan today, with discussions on extending UNAMA’s mandate scheduled for March 17. Previous comments from IEA spokesman questioned the effectiveness of UNAMA’s mission.
KABUL (Pajhwok) – Today, Roza Otunbayeva, the United Nations Special Representative for Afghanistan, is scheduled to address the United Nations Security Council regarding the current situation in Afghanistan. According to a statement from UNAMA, this briefing will commence at 15:30 New York time (23:30 Kabul local time). The meeting will be presided over by Denmark.
In addition to today’s briefing, members of the UNSC will convene again on March 17 to explore the possibility of extending the mandate for UNAMA for an additional year. This indicates ongoing engagement and concerns regarding the situation in Afghanistan.
Previously, Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), stated that the UNAMA mission in Afghanistan has not been as effective as anticipated and that it has issued negative reports concerning the country’s situation.
In conclusion, Roza Otunbayeva’s briefing to the UN Security Council highlights the ongoing concerns regarding the situation in Afghanistan. The upcoming meetings on March 17 signify a continued commitment to evaluating the effectiveness of UNAMA’s operations and potential extensions of its mandate.
Original Source: pajhwok.com
