Nicaragua Appoints Non-Resident Ambassador for Afghanistan
In an unprecedented move to establish diplomatic relations with the Taliban, Nicaragua has appointed a non-resident ambassador for Afghanistan.
Nicaraguan officials stated that Michael Campbell, the country's ambassador to China, will manage the affairs of Nicaragua's embassy in Kabul from Beijing. This is the first time Nicaragua has appointed a non-resident ambassador for Afghanistan. Located in Central America, Nicaragua previously had no diplomatic relations with Afghanistan.
Rosario Murillo, the Vice President of Nicaragua, said, "We appreciate the Islamic Emirate (the Taliban) and the people of Afghanistan for the opportunity given to our comrade Michael Campbell."
Nearly three years after the Taliban's return to power, no country has yet recognised the Taliban. The Nicaraguan government has also made no reference to recognising the Taliban government.
In recent months, Nicaragua's ambassador to China had met with Taliban diplomats in Beijing. The Taliban stated that the Nicaraguan ambassador conveyed the president's condolences to the Taliban for the flood casualties in Afghanistan.
