23rd SCO Summit held in Pakistan without invitation to Taliban Government
The 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) began on Wednesday, October 16, in Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital.
Afghanistan became an observer member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization on June 7, 2012, but over the past three years, the Taliban have not received invitations to attend these meetings.
In his welcoming speech to the participants of the SCO meeting, Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, emphasized the importance of peace and stability in the region.
He also stated, “The participation of representatives from all SCO member states in this meeting is a sign of the strength of relations between the countries.”
The exclusion of Afghanistan from these regional dialogues underscores the international community’s reluctance to formally recognize their regime, further isolating the country from key diplomatic and economic discussions.
This situation has significant implications for Afghanistan’s political and economic future, as the country remains cut off from meaningful regional cooperation and support.
As Afghanistan grapples with a deepening humanitarian crisis, the lack of engagement with regional organizations like the SCO exacerbates the difficulties faced by its people.
Without a platform to address critical issues such as security, development, and international aid, Afghanistan’s challenges are likely to grow, leaving the nation in further isolation.
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