February 16, 2022
1 min read

Europe offers $11 mn for Afghan education sector

The development comes after Taliban delegates led by acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Motaqi held talks with European Union’s representatives in Doha on Tuesday….reports Asian Lite News

Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has said that European representatives pledged USD 11 million to the country’s educational sector, local media reported.

This statement comes after Taliban delegates led by acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Motaqi held talks with European Union’s representatives in Doha on Tuesday.

The Foreign Ministry in a press release said that the Afghan delegation discussed with European representatives the humanitarian situation, humanitarian assistance, women’s and minorities rights, women’s education and working opportunities, and the participation of all ethnic groups in the government, Khaama Press reported.

Pic credits Flickr Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The visiting Afghan delegation has also briefed European envoys about the reopening of schools and universities in the country, according to the statement.

The Afghan delegation has assured European envoys of their commitment to the rights of all Afghans, Khaama Press reported.

The visit of the delegation comes as another Taliban delegation is busy visiting the United Kingdom, the latter is also supposed to co-host a summit of the UN over the Afghanistan crisis. (ANI)

ALSO READ: Pakistan pays ‘heavy’ price for Taliban takeover

Previous Story

Xposure International Photography Festival ends with 18,000 visitors

Next Story

Etihad Cargo launches Forever Home for animal rescues

Previous Story

Xposure International Photography Festival ends with 18,000 visitors

Next Story

Etihad Cargo launches Forever Home for animal rescues

Latest from -Top News

China Eyes Military Footholds Across Southeast Asia

China’s Belt and Road Initiative is under renewed scrutiny as concerns grow over the security implications of major projects…reports Asian Lite News Desk China is expanding its strategic influence across Southeast Asia

Curbs on Women Continue to Hamper Afghan Aid, UN Says

Humanitarian agencies continue to face interference, conflict-related risks and restrictions on women’s participation in relief work….reports Asian Lite News Desk The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that
Go toTop

Don't Miss

Tory MP facing suspension after bullying probe

Parliament’s Independent Expert Panel (IEP) found Mr Bone broke Parliament’s

‘Afghan Refugees Face Increased Deportation, Arrests in Iran’

One refugee expressed anxiety about returning to Afghanistan, citing a