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KABUL – The leaders of Qatar and Turkey have called for the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan under the Taliban, emphasizing the need to respect fundamental rights amid ongoing human rights violations, particularly against women and girls.
In a joint statement, Qatar’s emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reaffirmed their commitment to promoting stability in Afghanistan. The statement highlighted the importance of coordinated engagement with the country and the continuation of humanitarian aid and sustainable development efforts.
“They emphasized the importance of respecting fundamental rights and inclusive governance and also highlighted the need for coordinated engagement with Afghanistan, as well as the continuation of humanitarian aid and sustainable development to its people,” the statement read.
The Taliban’s policies have drawn widespread international criticism, particularly after the introduction of a new law in August that imposes further restrictions on women and girls. The law prohibits women from being heard outside their homes and limits their visibility in public spaces, sparking global condemnation.
Qatar has played a central role as a diplomatic hub for engagement with the Taliban. Many Western countries, including the United States, operate their Afghan embassies out of Qatar, which also hosts the Taliban’s political office.
A recent report by the U.S. Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) highlighted the implications of the Taliban’s so-called “morality law.” The report noted that the law expands the Taliban’s authority to enforce strict measures, further eroding human rights and freedoms in both public and private life across Afghanistan.
