Khalifa Sirajuddin Haqqani, Acting Minister of Interior of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, warmly welcomed recent statements by prominent Pakistani religious scholars and positive remarks from Ishaq Dar, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, during a gathering in Kabul.
Kabul 24: Haqqani expressed gratitude for any efforts aimed at resolving issues between the two neighboring countries, emphasizing that such goodwill fosters closer ties.nbcnews.com
Referring to a recent conference of religious scholars in Pakistan led by Maulana Fazlur Rehman, leader of Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam (JUI-F), and attended by renowned scholar Mufti Taqi Usmani, Haqqani said: “A few days ago, a gathering of religious scholars was held in Pakistan where Maulana Fazlur Rehman and Mufti Taqi Usmani expressed goodwill and positive views toward Afghanistan.
We are deeply grateful for these gestures.” He also appreciated Ishaq Dar’s recent benevolent comments on Afghanistan, stating: “Anyone who speaks of goodwill, brotherhood, and positive engagement brings nations closer together, and we welcome and appreciate it.
The Afghan Interior Minister reiterated the Islamic Emirate’s commitment to regional security and stability, asserting that Afghans pose no threat to any country and harbor no malicious intent. “We have established unprecedented security in our own country and carry a message of peace and brotherhood to the world,” Haqqani said.
He assured all parties, both domestic and international, that Afghanistan has no harmful intentions and will address legitimate concerns.In another part of his address, Haqqani called on the international community to participate in Afghanistan’s reconstruction efforts.
Highlighting the immense suffering Afghans have endured from decades of war, destruction, and enmity, he urged global powers to support development.
He also appealed to Afghan citizens to cooperate with the Islamic Emirate in rebuilding the nation, saying: “We are presenting the vision of a greater Afghanistan to the world’s major countries and conveying the message of reconstruction.”These remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, primarily over security issues, including Islamabad’s accusations that Afghan soil is used by groups like the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Pakistani scholars, in their recent gathering, criticized violations of Afghan sovereignty and advocated for dialogue to resolve disputes.
Ishaq Dar had expressed hope that mutual commitments would reduce tensions in the coming weeks, contributing to improved bilateral relations between the two Muslim neighbors.
