Chief Executive of Afghanistan

The Chief Executive Meets with US Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia (Sep 26, 2018)

Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of Afghanistan met with Ms. Alice Wells, US Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia, in his residence at the side of the meeting of the United Nations General Assembly.
At the meeting, the two sides discussed peace talks, Afghanistan’s regional relations, security situation in the country and other important issues.
Ms. Wells once again reaffirmed Washington's commitment to cooperate with Afghanistan in peace negotiation with the armed opposition, supporting holding parliamentary elections at the set time.
The Chief Executive of the National Unity Government spoke of the government's full preparation for peace talks and called for regional countries’ cooperation and assistance in this regard.
Also, Dr. Abdullah announced progress in holding upcoming elections and expressed hope that parliamentary and presidential elections ahead will be transparent.

The Chief Executive, at the Meeting with Danish PM: All Countries are Responsible for Fighting Terrorism to Protect Freedom, Peace and Global Security (Sep 26, 2018)

Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, at the sidelines of the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly, met with Lars Løkke Rasmussen, Prime Minister of Denmark, at the United Nations Headquarters.
Appreciating recent achievements in Afghanistan and ensuring that Denmark will continue its support and assistance to Afghanistan, Danish Prime Minister praised the efforts of the Afghan government for women’s empowerment.
Thanks to presence and donations of Denmark to Afghanistan, the Chief Executive stressed the continued relations and cooperation between the two countries. In his speech, the Chief Executive presented a clear picture of the country's political-security situation and called fighting terrorism responsibility of all countries to protect freedom, peace and global security.
Peace talks, election in Afghanistan, refugee problems and Afghanistan’s regional relations were discussed at the meeting.

The Chief Executive Meets with Prime Minister of Belgium (Sep 26, 2018)

H.E, Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, at the outset of the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly, met with Prime Minister of Belgium, Charles Michel, at the United Nations Headquarters.
The Chief Executive thanked Mr. Michel for hosting the Afghan National Hero during his trip to Europe and appreciated Belgium’s support for Afghanistan at various stages.
Expressing satisfaction with the achievements in Afghanistan, Belgium’s Prime Minister informed of his country's support and cooperation with Afghanistan.
Bilateral relations between Afghanistan and Belgium, preparations for the Geneva conference, holding parliamentary and presidential elections in Afghanistan, counter- terrorism and regional affairs were discussed at the meeting.

NELSON MANDELA PEACE SUMMIT Text of the Statement by H.E. Dr. Abdullah Abdullah
Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan UNITED NATIONS

New York - 24 September 2018

Mr President,
Excellencies,
Civil society representatives,
Ladies and gentlemen,

It is a distinct honor for me and the Afghan delegation to attend the Nelson Mandela Peace Summit today at the outset of the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly.
We are gathered here today to honor the centenary of the birth of the late Nelson Mandela, one of the world’s most impressive and dedicated defenders and symbols of freedom, liberty and human rights.
However, this Summit goes beyond remembrance and celebration. It is an occasion for addressing real challenges and dire conditions faced by victimized human beings and communities around the world.
It is a reminder that not only do we have moral and legal obligations to protect and defend, but also another opportunity to renew our commitment to peace, conflict prevention and resolution, reconciliation, non-discrimination and the protection and promotion of human rights.
We are all painfully aware of the agony and injustice faced by millions around our planet, whether as victims of indiscriminate violence – terrorism being one particular form.
Ladies and gentlemen,
I am here today representing a country and a society that has undergone 40 years of conflict and has suffered as a result of mainly external strife, imposed on us against our people’s will and wishes.
Almost every theme and core issue addressed by this Summit fits the conditions faced by Afghanistan and the impact they have had on three generations of Afghans.
It is therefore befitting and of critical importance to me and my compatriots to focus on concepts such as reconciliation and attaining a just and comprehensive peace.
Renewing our commitment needs to go beyond rhetoric and empty pledges. We need to translate them into result-oriented engagement, strategy and policy changes and reforms that lead to sustainable and fair solutions.
This is what we have aimed to do in Afghanistan for the past few years. We value the steadfast resolve of our security forces to fight terrorism, as well as the generous support by our international friends who stand by those shared values and goals.
Our message is clear: we will defend our country and our people’s lives and rights as part of the constitutional order, but we stand ready to talk and negotiate with the reconcilable armed opposition who renounces violence and terror, and believes in a united, democratic, peaceful and economically prosperous future.
I believe that this is the spirit conveyed by inspiring global role models such as Nelson Mandela, and I believe that it is part of the legacy that this body and each country carries as part of their commitments and responsibilities.
I wish us success in bringing the vision for peace and human rights to life across the globe.
Thank you.

The Chief Executive, in a meeting with Iranian President: We end up Terrorism in the region in cooperation with each other (Sep 25, 2018)
H.E, Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, on the sidelines of the session of the United Nations General Assembly, met with Mr. Hassan Rouhani, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
During the meeting, the Chief Executive offered his condolences to the Iranian president for recent terrorist attack in Ahwaz, Iran, and expressed hope that they could work together to end up terrorism in the region.
Mr. Rouhani expressed gratitude to the Chief Executive for offering his condolences and sympathy and expressed regret that people of Afghanistan and Iran are the victims of terrorist attacks. Mr. Rouhani said that Iranian people understand the pain and grief of the Afghan people, and expressed hope that the two nations, working together, could end up terrorism.
Expressing his appreciation of Iran's good policies towards Afghanistan, especially Afghan refugees, the Chief Executive called for strengthening relations between the two countries. The Chief Executive also said that enemies of Afghanistan were attempting to cause racial division in Afghanistan through targeted attacks, but their plots were neutralized by alertness of the Afghan people.
The Chief Executive spoke about holding parliamentary and presidential election as a step towards political stability of Afghanistan.
At the meeting, Mr. Rouhani called for finalization of a comprehensive agreement between the two countries, and noted of his country's readiness for operating Chabahar port and extension of railway line until Afghanistan’s borders, and stressed that his country is ready to cooperate with Afghanistan in ensuring security of the two countries’ borders and fighting drug trafficking.
Welcoming Mr. Rouhani’s proposals, the Chief Executive stressed that progress had been made in negotiations on finalization of a comprehensive agreement between Iran and Afghanistan, and expressed hope that the agreement between the two countries would be signed soon.
Both sides considered relations between the two countries good and called for enhancing these relations and greater cooperation between the two countries for better use of economic opportunities.

The Chief Executive, in meeting with UN Secretary-General: We Support Holding a Transparent and Valid Election Using Biometric System (Sep 25, 2018)
His Excellency, Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan met with the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, on Monday, Sep. 24, 2018 at the headquarters of the United Nations in New York.
The UN Secretary-General welcomed the Chief Executive to attend the annual meeting of the United Nations General Assembly and expressed hope that peace and stability in Afghanistan will be established. The UN Secretary-General also emphasized that holding a transparent and valid election can help to political stability in Afghanistan.
The Chief Executive, thanking the UN Secretary-General for his special attention to issues of Afghanistan, presented a clear picture of political-security situation, progress and challenges in Afghanistan.
The Chief Executive emphasized that the National Unity Government was committed to conducting a transparent and valid election using Biometric system, and would cooperate with the United Nations and other Afghanistan’s partners in this regard.
The Chief Executive informed of the government’s readiness to attend and report at Geneva Ministerial Conference on Afghanistan. On regional developments, the Chief Executive said that there is no evidence of a profound change in Pakistan's policies towards Afghanistan and fighting terrorism, and called for honest cooperation between regional countries, especially Afghanistan and Pakistan, as a way out of existing challenges.
The Chief Executive, about issues related to refugees, returnees and displaced persons in Afghanistan, said that his country is addressing this issue, but it needs active and effective engagement of the United Nations and the international community.
The UN Secretary-General, with a promise of full cooperation with Afghanistan, said, “Our position is that institutions in Afghanistan will stand on their own and peace and security will be established in the country.”

The Chief Executive, in a Meeting with UN Secretary-General’s Acting Deputy Special Representative (Political) for Afghanistan: We are Committed to Holding Transparent and Fair Elections (Aug 28, 2018)

Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan met with UN Secretary-General’s Acting Deputy Special Representative (Political) for Afghanistan Ms. Ingrid Hayden at the Sepidar palace.
The latest political-security developments in the country, preparations for holding elections, peace talks and Afghanistan’s regional relations were discussed at the meeting.
The Chief Executive, thanking the United Nations for helping the electoral sector, expressed his commitment for holding a transparent and valid election in Afghanistan.

The Chief Executive in a meeting with Uzbekistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs: We Welcome Development of Trade Exchanges between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan (Aug 27, 2018)

Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan met with Mr. Abdulaziz Kamilov Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan in his office at the Sepidar Palace.
At the meeting, the Chief Executive welcomed Uzbek Minister of Foreign Affairs to Kabul and said, “We welcome expansion and development of relations between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan.” Calling Uzbekistan an old friend and partner of Afghanistan, the Chief Executive expressed hope that the two countries, making use of existing opportunities, improve the regional situation and make efforts to establish peace and stability.
Thanking the Chief Executive, Mr. Kamilov announced development and increase of trade exchanges between the two countries, and emphasized that his country is ready to continue its cooperation with Afghanistan. Mr. Kamilov called peace and stability in Afghanistan in favor of the region and the two countries. He also informed of a regional summit on economic cooperation in Samarqand along with participation of India and urged Afghanistan to attend the summit.
At the meeting, both sides discussed peace talks, regional efforts in this regard and major infrastructure projects. Appreciating regional and neighboring countries’ efforts, the Chief Executive emphasized on principle of peace talks owned and led by the government and the people of Afghanistan.

The Chief Executive of Afghanistan Meets with Croatian President (Aug 26, 2018)

Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the National Unity Government met with Croatian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović in his office at the Sepidar Palace.
The Chief Executive welcomed Ms. Kitarović to Afghanistan and called her visit important in the current situation of Afghanistan.
Dr. Abdullah praised cooperation of Croatian troops with the Afghan security forces within the framework of Resolute Support Mission in Mazar-e Sharif, saying that supporting the Afghan security forces in fighting terrorism, peace-keeping and holding elections is important in the current situation of Afghanistan.
Pointing to political and security situation in Afghanistan, the Chief Executive said political stability and good governance are effective in combating terrorism and improving the situation.
Dr. Abdullah called for cooperation of countries in the region and in the world in fighting terrorism, saying that terrorism is a global threat, and fighting it requires cooperation and contribution of the countries in the region and in the world.
Also, Dr. Abdullah congratulated Croatian football team players on their winning the second rank on the World Cup of Russia and praised the Croatian football players.
Croatian President further expressed gratitude to the Chief Executive for she had met him for the second time, saying that Croatia, as in the past, is ready to help and cooperate with the Afghan security forces in the fight against terrorism.
Ms. Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović noted of Croatian troops in Mazar-e-Sharif and said that peace and stability in Afghanistan is important for all the countries of the world, and the Croatian forces do not hesitate of any efforts to train and support the Afghan security forces and provide security in this country.
The Croatian president emphasized on expansion of Croatian diplomatic and economic ties with Afghanistan, saying that the two countries have long relations, and now it is time to increase cooperation in various fields.
The two sides exchanged views on peace talks, upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections, regional cooperation in combating terrorism and peace-building in Afghanistan, the US strategy for Afghanistan and South Asia and the role of Croatian troops in cooperation with the country's security forces in Mazar-i-Sharif, as well as political and security situation in the country.

The Chief Executive’s Statement on the Passing of Senator John McCain (Aug 26, 2018)

John McCain, senior senator, prominent American politician and good friend of the Afghan people, died today at the age of 81.
The death of Senator McCain has saddened me a lot. I met with Senator John McCain many times and spoke on relations between the United States and Afghanistan. He has always called for peace and stability and sustainable development in Afghanistan.
Senator McCain played an active role in US contribution and cooperation for combating terrorism as well as development and reconstruction of Afghanistan.
On behalf of the government and people of Afghanistan, I express my deepest condolences for the death of this great politician and Senator Mr. McCain.
The world will miss such committed and trustworthy politicians as John McCain.

Dr. Abdullah Abdullah
Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

The United Kingdom Will Continue to Provide Full Support to the Government and People of Afghanistan (Jun 07, 2018)

The Chief Executive Met with National Security Advisor of UK
Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan met with Mark Sedwill British National Security Advisor.
During the meeting, Mr. Sedwill welcomed the Chief Executive to the United Kingdom, and expressed hope that his visit will be effective in maintaining and strengthening relations between the two countries and understanding the situation of Afghanistan.
First, security-military situation in Afghanistan, combating terrorism, bravery of the armed forces in defense of the national values and repression of the enemies, equipping and strengthening armed forces and strengthening Afghanistan's air forces were discussed at the meeting. Then both sides discussed peace process and peace talks and spoke about Pakistan's role in ensuring peace.
Afghanistan’s regional relations, the role of neighboring countries in ensuring peace and stability in Afghanistan, holding parliamentary election, district council’s election, presidential and provincial council’s elections were discussed.
The Chief Executive assured of holding timely elections, the government's commitment to reform and anti-corruption.
The British National Security Adviser assured of Britain's continued assistance to Afghanistan and its presence alongside the people of Afghanistan as a friendly alliance.

The Upcoming Election Plays an Important Role in Improving the Situation (Jun 11, 2018)

Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chief Executive of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan met with Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey in his office at the Sepidar Palace.
The Chief Executive called Turkey a trusted and reliable friend of Afghanistan, and praised Turkey's cooperation with Afghanistan.
During the meeting, the Chief Executive and Ambassador of Turkey emphasized on holding transparent, fair and nationwide elections and considered the upcoming elections critical and important in improving the situation of Afghanistan.