UK envoy encourages Taliban to continue dialogue with Pakistan

This story was first published by Amu TV.

Richard Lindsay, UK Special Envoy to Afghanistan, during his visit to Kabul this week, “encouraged Taliban ministers to continue dialogue with Pakistan to de-escalate and find durable solutions,” according to a statement by the UK government on Friday.

The statement said Lindsay met Taliban ministers and officials from the foreign affairs, interior, public health, refugees and repatriation and disaster management ministries. The discussions covered a wide range of topics including regional stability, humanitarian assistance, internet access, and the rights of women and girls.

“This visit was an opportunity to engage constructively with Taliban ministers and officials on a range of important topics. The UK remains committed to support the Afghan people, having provided £4 million in emergency funding and allocated up to £151 million in broader humanitarian support this year,” the UK special envoy said.   

He also discussed the impact of internet shutdowns, which have disrupted vital services and

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