UN Deputy Chief Meets In Kabul To Discuss Humanitarian Aid And Doha Process

Rosemary DiCarlo, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, arrived in Kabul on Saturday to advance key UN-led consultations.

The visit focused on the ongoing humanitarian, economic, and political challenges facing Afghanistan, as UN officials continue to coordinate assistance and maintain international dialogue.

During meetings with Taliban Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani on Sunday, discussions included engagement with the international community, counter-narcotics cooperation, economic stability, private sector restrictions, and effectiveness of humanitarian aid programs. Haqqani claimed efforts against drug production and trafficking have produced positive results, a frequent assertion made by Taliban officials since 2022.

Afghanistan remains heavily dependent on humanitarian assistance amid economic isolation, banking restrictions, and widespread poverty, with UN agencies warning of prolonged vulnerability for millions.

The UN-led Doha process was launched to establish structured political dialogue on Afghanistan, bringing together the Taliban, regional states, and international stakeholders under UN facilitation.

DiCarlo reaffirmed the United Nations' commitment to continued humanitarian assistance and emphasized the importance of sustained engagement. Working groups established under the third phase of the Doha talks are expected to hold their next meetings in Kabul.

DiCarlo also met Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to discuss the Doha dialogue framework and future consultations, underscoring the UN's role in facilitating dialogue.

The meetings highlight ongoing UN efforts to maintain dialogue and coordination in Afghanistan, addressing humanitarian needs while navigating complex political and economic challenges.

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