Ministry Challenges UN Report, Urges Precision in Reporting
Last Updated on March 10, 2024 4:32 am
In response to the recent report from United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Afghanistan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a call for “accuracy and impartiality” in the UN’s reporting and conduct. The Ministry expressed concern over what it deemed as unscientific methods employed in the report and its inclusion of issues outside the UN’s mandate, particularly internal disputes, drawing criticism from the Islamic Emirate.
Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, asserted that some aspects of the report were based on incorrect information or reflected a deliberate attempt to criticize Afghanistan. This critique aligns with the sentiments of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which emphasized the importance of precision and impartiality in the UN’s assessments.
However, amidst the criticism, the Ministry’s press release did acknowledge certain sections of the report that addressed key issues such as security, the treatment of deported migrants, the adverse effects of banking and economic sanctions on the Afghan populace, and the continuation of United Nations humanitarian aid. This nuanced response indicates a willingness to engage with aspects of the report that align with the priorities and concerns of the Islamic Emirate.
Political analysts weighed in on the situation, highlighting a complex dynamic between the United Nations and the policies of the United States and its allies. Sayed Qaribullah Sadat, a political analyst, expressed concern that the UN’s confrontation with these policies could lead to disappointment among the people and present challenges to the system. He emphasized that such a situation might undermine investor confidence, portraying Afghanistan as economically unfavorable and causing setbacks for the country.
This development comes in the aftermath of the UN Secretary-General’s quarterly report, which detailed internal disputes among interim government officials and a notable increase in security incidents in Afghanistan. The report indicated a thirty-eight percent rise in security incidents from November 1, 2023, to January 10, 2024, compared to the same period in the preceding year. The Ministry’s call for accuracy and impartiality reflects a desire for a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the complexities in Afghanistan, urging the UN to play a constructive role in the country’s development.