EU, Uzbek envoys discuss Afghanistan situation

Ismatulla Irgashev, the Special Representative of the President of Uzbekistan for Afghanistan, met this week with Toivo Klaar, the European Union’s Ambassador to Uzbekistan, to discuss cooperation on Afghan-related issues.

According to officials, the talks focused on the current state of bilateral engagement regarding Afghanistan and underscored the shared interest of both sides in maintaining regular consultations on supporting a peaceful Afghanistan.

Uzbekistan has long positioned itself as a key regional player in efforts to stabilize Afghanistan.

Tashkent maintains open channels with the Islamic Emirate authorities while also coordinating closely with international partners, including the EU, to promote regional security, economic cooperation, and humanitarian support.

The meeting was described as constructive, with both sides reaffirming their readiness to strengthen practical dialogue between Uzbekistan and the European Union on Afghanistan.

Observers note that the discussion reflects Uzbekistan’s broader policy of balancing engagement with Kabul while encouraging international initiatives aimed at long-term peace and development in Afghanistan.