Amid recent political and security ups and downs in Afghanistan-Pakistan relations, officials of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan continue to emphasize resolving all disputes through dialogue and mutual understanding.
kabul 24: Sardar Ahmad Shakib, the Islamic Emirate’s Ambassador to Islamabad, told TOLOnews that the current Afghan government’s policy is to address every issue with Pakistan through peaceful talks.
He stressed that the problems between Kabul and Islamabad have negatively affected both countries, and the continuation of tensions primarily harms the daily lives of citizens on both sides of the border.“Problems that have arisen are detrimental to both sides.
They damage relations and directly impact the lives of ordinary people,” Shakib said. “We firmly believe that issues can be solved through dialogue, and this is the official policy of the Islamic Emirate — we trust in negotiations.”The ambassador highlighted that both nations share deep historical, cultural, and economic ties, along with a long common border.
However, recent months have seen increased friction over security concerns, border management, refugee issues, and cross-border movements.
These challenges have disrupted trade, affected regional stability, and created hardships for civilians.Shakib expressed confidence that sustained dialogue remains the most effective path forward.
He noted that prolonged tension only increases costs for both countries, while constructive engagement can open doors for broader cooperation in security, trade, transit, and humanitarian areas.
Afghanistan and Pakistan are geographically intertwined, making stable and cooperative relations essential for peace and prosperity in the region.
The ambassador reiterated that the Islamic Emirate seeks good neighborly relations based on mutual respect and non-interference. He called on both sides to prioritize the welfare of their people over short-term disputes.
Analysts believe that returning to direct, high-level talks could help rebuild trust and address mutual concerns more effectively.
Issues such as border security, counter-terrorism coordination, and the situation of Afghan refugees in Pakistan require pragmatic and solution-oriented approaches.
In conclusion, Ambassador Sardar Ahmad Shakib reaffirmed the Emirate’s commitment to resolving all outstanding differences with Pakistan exclusively through peaceful dialogue. This stance, he said, forms the cornerstone of Afghanistan’s current foreign policy toward its neighbors.
