Ali Naghiyev, Head of Azerbaijan’s State Security Service, has stated that Afghanistan is in urgent need of broad international support, and affirmed that Baku fully backs global efforts to ensure stability and security in the country.
Speaking at the international conference titled “Afghanistan: Regional Connectivity, Security, and Development” held in Baku, Naghiyev emphasised the necessity for the international community to intensify efforts to combat terrorism and drug trafficking in Afghanistan.
According to a statement released on Tuesday by the Azerbaijani State Security Service, the conference was hosted by the Service and brought together representatives from the intelligence and security agencies of 20 countries.
During his address, Naghiyev stressed that the global community must provide Afghanistan with comprehensive support to tackle transnational organised crime, including international terrorism, drug trafficking, and illegal migration.
Citing a report from AzerNews, Naghiyev also underlined Afghanistan's critical role within the international system and the pressing need to achieve lasting peace in the country. He expressed confidence that regional states would engage in coordinated and joint efforts towards this objective.
Representatives from other nations reportedly described the conference as a valuable platform to take concrete steps toward ensuring peace and security in Afghanistan.
It remains unclear whether any Taliban officials were present at the conference. As of now, the group has not issued an official statement regarding the event.