QATAR’S EMIR MAKE A CASE FOR THE TALIBAN GOVERNMENT AT THE FLOOR OF THE UNITED NATIONS
In his speech to the UN General Assembly, Sheikh Tamim addresses COVID-19 pandemic, cybersecurity and conflicts in the region. He further urged world government to engage the Taliban rule in Afghanistan.
Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar addresses the 76th Session of the UN General Assembly on September 21, 2021 at UN headquarters in New York City.
Through his speech, he called on world leaders to remain engaged with the Taliban in Afghanistan, as he underlined his country’s commitment to contribute to the peaceful resolution of conflicts in the region.
His exact words are “at this critical stage, and to separate between humanitarian aid and political differences”. “It’s also important to continue dialogue with the Taliban,” he added. “Boycotting them would only lead to polarisation and reactions, whereas dialogue could be fruitful.”
His country, Qatar has been a buffer zone for reconciliation and meetings between the warring parties in Afghanistan prior to the Taliban take over. This is partly the chief reason he's soliciting support for the Taliban government.
Qatar hosted talks between the United States and the Taliban that culminated in the 2020 agreement to withdraw US-led NATO forces, as well as hold subsequent intra-Afghan peace talks has become a key broker in Afghanistan.
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