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The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has consistently maintained that security is ensured across the country.
The Security Council session is expected to review political, security, economic and humanitarian developments in Afghanistan over the past three months.
According to the Security Council, Afghanistan remains one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises, with an estimated 21.9 million people requiring assistance this year.
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“The practical work on this agreement will begin in the coming days, and discussions will focus on how to implement it effectively,” he said.
The ministry added that participants are expected to exchange views on key international and regional security issues during the gathering.
Both sides discussed the need for practical steps to strengthen relations between Kabul and Islamabad amid ongoing regional diplomatic efforts concerning Afghanistan.
The election for new non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council is scheduled to take place in New York City on June 3, 2026.
Both sides also exchanged views on strengthening diplomatic engagement and exploring future economic cooperation.
The U.S. State Department and White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged China to intensify its diplomatic efforts to persuade Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping.
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The two sides also exchanged views on Afghanistan’s economic recovery and discussed prospects for integrating the country into broader regional connectivity initiatives.
Participants focused on the future direction of the consultative dialogue and its role in promoting bilateral ties and broader regional cooperation.
Afghanistan is 'no longer viewed exclusively as a source of risks, but increasingly as a space of opportunities, especially from Central Asia’s perspective'.