Ahead of the BRICS summit, scheduled for October 22-24 in Kazan, representatives of the Taliban, who govern Afghanistan, have expressed a desire to participate in this important international forum, reports RIA Novosti.
Russian Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov received an official letter from the acting head of the Taliban government's Ministry of Commerce, Nureddin Azizi, according to the agency.
The letter requests permission for both Azizi and Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Abdul Ghani Baradar to attend the summit.
Taliban’s Motivations and Arguments
Mohammad Suhail Shaheen, who heads the Taliban's political office in Doha, justified the movement’s need to participate in the BRICS summit in an interview with Sputnik Afghanistan.
According to him, this step is in the interest of global peace, mutual understanding, and peaceful coexistence.
Shaheen emphasized the importance of providing the Taliban with a platform to express their position on key issues, claiming that the movement has been the target of slanderous campaigns in certain media outlets.
International Context
The Taliban’s request to participate in the BRICS summit comes against the backdrop of a complex and ambiguous international situation surrounding Afghanistan.
A recent decision by Kyrgyzstan to remove the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations adds a new dimension to this diplomatic puzzle.
At the end of August 2024, Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced its decision to exclude the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations.
This was preceded by a thorough analysis and comprehensive assessment of the situation by the country’s competent state authorities. Kyrgyz authorities emphasized that this step is aimed at strengthening regional stability and maintaining dialogue.
Prospects and Challenges
The Taliban’s request to participate in the BRICS summit presents a complex diplomatic challenge for the organizers and participants. On one hand, involving the Taliban in international dialogue could contribute to stabilizing the situation in the region. On the other hand, it may provoke criticism from countries that do not recognize the legitimacy of the Taliban government.
The situation surrounding the potential participation of Taliban representatives in the BRICS summit in Kazan remains uncertain. The decision on this matter will require careful consideration of all the pros and cons, given the complex geopolitical landscape and the diverse positions of BRICS member countries.
Regardless of the outcome, this request has already become a significant diplomatic event, highlighting the Taliban’s desire for international recognition and the legitimization of their authority in Afghanistan.
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September 23, 2024