Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate Meets with Iranian Foreign Minister

Weezha Roz-At the beginning of the meeting, Prime Minister Mullah Mohammad Hasan Akhund emphasized the importance of strengthening such visits to further develop and expand diplomatic, political, and economic relations between the two countries.

Dr. Seyed Abbas Araghchi also emphasized the longstanding historical, religious, and economic ties between Iran and Afghanistan.

He expressed his satisfaction with the establishment of nationwide security in Afghanistan after four decades of conflict and crisis and noted that the distinguished reception of diplomats and the continued strengthening of relations reflect the strong and enduring connection between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.

Araghchi further pointed out that the security and stability of Iran are directly linked to the security and stability of Afghanistan.

He stressed that recent developments in Afghanistan have highlighted the necessity for deeper cooperation with the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.

The Iranian Foreign Minister also addressed the challenges posed by Afghan refugees and water issues, emphasizing that these matters should be turned into opportunities for enhancing cooperation. He reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to the respectful return of undocumented Afghan refugees.

He also clarified that Iran has no intention of interfering in Afghanistan’s internal affairs and stressed the importance of fully implementing the Helmand River water agreement between Afghanistan and Iran to address water-related issues.

Mullah Mohammad Hasan Akhund, the Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, emphasized the need for more frequent exchanges of delegations between the two countries and stated that the Islamic Emirate is committed to resolving issues with Iran through dialogue and mutual understanding.

Prime Minister Akhund stated that fostering an atmosphere of understanding and brotherhood can strengthen the relations between the two nations and lead to the well-being and prosperity of their peoples.

The Prime Minister also emphasized that Afghanistan has no intention of harming Iran on the water issue and seeks to resolve the matter with goodwill and sincerity.

He urged Iran to manage Afghan refugees based on Islamic and brotherly principles.

He noted that the large-scale return of Afghan refugees to Iran, due to economic reasons, cannot be managed in a short period and called for gradual measures from Iran in this regard.

The Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan also expressed that the execution and abuse of Afghan refugees in Iran provoke public sentiment, and he called for compassionate treatment and good neighborly conduct towards them.

Weezha Roz