The US State Department has emphasized the need for countries hosting sanctioned Taliban members to follow a United Nations-mandated exemption process. This comes as Khalifa Sirajuddin Haqqani, the acting Minister of Interior of the Islamic Emirate, recently visited the United Arab Emirates.
Acting Minister of Interior’s Trip to UAE Described as Productive
Kabul 24: The Islamic Emirate has characterized the acting Minister of Interior’s trip to the UAE as productive, with discussions focusing on Afghanistan’s relations with the UAE and the release of Afghan prisoners. The trip marked Haqqani’s first foreign visit since the Islamic Emirate’s return to power.
US State Department Spokesperson’s Remarks
In a press conference, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller highlighted the importance of following procedures outlined by the UN 1988 sanctions committee for member states hosting UN-sanctioned Taliban members. Miller emphasized that countries must seek permission for travel through an exemption process.
Details of Acting Minister of Interior’s Delegation
The acting Minister of Interior, accompanied by Abdul Haq Wasiq, Director of the General Directorate of Intelligence, and Anas Haqqani, a senior member of the Islamic Emirate, visited the UAE three days ago. The delegation’s visit has sparked concerns about the potential implications for international relations and the handling of sanctioned Taliban members.
