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Taliban to Attend COP29
Taliban officials will attend the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Azerbaijan, their first participation since 2021 despite the UN's lack of official recognition of their government.
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Abdul Kahar BalkhiHabib Mayar
- How does climate change impact Afghanistan?
- Afghanistan is among the countries most vulnerable to climate change, facing devastating floods and severe droughts that have exacerbated food insecurity among farmers. The international community's response, or lack thereof, directly impacts the Afghan people's well-being and ability to adapt.
- What is the status of the Taliban's participation in COP29?
- While the Taliban officials are attending as observers and cannot fully participate in the member state processes, their presence allows for regional discussions and bilateral meetings. This participation reflects a shift in international engagement, despite the ongoing lack of formal recognition.
- Why hasn't the UN officially recognized the Taliban government?
- The UN has not granted the Taliban the Afghan seat at the General Assembly due to the Taliban's restrictions on women's rights, including education and freedom of movement. However, Azerbaijan invited the Taliban environmental officials as observers to COP29.
- What is the significance of the Taliban's participation in COP29?
- Taliban officials will participate in the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, marking their first appearance since taking power in 2021. This participation comes despite the UN's lack of formal recognition of the Taliban government.
- What are some criticisms of the international community's response to the situation in Afghanistan?
- Some organizations criticize the international isolation of the Taliban, arguing that it harms the Afghan people. Habib Mayar, Deputy Secretary-General of g7+, highlights the double burden faced by Afghanistan, lacking both international attention and resources to address growing humanitarian needs.