The Special Representative of the President of Uzbekistan for Afghanistan met with experts from the Finnish Peace Foundation

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    On October 30, 2024, the Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan for Afghanistan, Ismatulla Irgashev, met with experts from the Finnish non-profit Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, Dr. Edward Marquez and Otto Turtonen.

    The representatives of the foundation stressed the significant role of Uzbekistan in establishing long-term and sustainable peace in Afghanistan, and also expressed interest in establishing cooperation with the Uzbek side to support dialogue between the various parties to the conflict, conducting research, as well as developing strategies for peaceful settlement and ensuring social stability in Afghanistan.

    Following the meeting, an agreement was reached to continue the dialogue and exchange of views on resolving the Afghan crisis, the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan reports.