The UN calls on the Taliban to end repressive policies

Adopted with 116 votes in favor, 12 abstentions and 2 against (Israel and the United States), the resolution highlighted the crises with multiple facets confronted with Afghanistan almost four years after the return of the Taliban to the powder-paying for greater international support for the Afghan people and a renewed push for human rights, peace and stability.

He underlined the need for a coherent approach among humanitarian, political and development actors, and alarm increasingly on “serious, aggravated, widespread and systematic oppression” of all women and girls in Afghanistanapping the Taliban to quickly reverse policies that exclude them from education, employment and public life.

The text also called for membership of Afghanistan’s obligations under international law, in particular human rights and humanitarian principles.

Economic security and concerns

The general assembly of 193 members reiterated its “serious concern” in the face of continuous violence and the presence of terrorist groups such as Al-Qaida, the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (Isil / Da’esh) and their affiliates Isil-Khorasan and Tehrik-E-Taliban Pakistan, and “asked” that Afghanistan has not been used as an earthly activity.

Beyond security, the resolution highlighted the severe economic collapse of Afghanistan, generalized poverty and the humanitarian crisis in a spiral, urging Member States and donors to develop principles and sustained aid.

He also highlighted the growing threat of natural disasters such as floods and droughts, which worsens food insecurity and economic fragility.

“A lasting and sustainable peace can only be obtained by social, economic and political stability in the long term, which requires full respect for civil, political, social, economic and cultural rights as well as commitment to inclusive and representative governance,” said resolution.

Needs an increase among refugee yields

The resolution comes at an era of intensified pressure on the overloaded humanitarian system of Afghanistan.

According to the UN agencies, waves of returns from Pakistan and Iran – including refugees and those of refugee type situations – have increased pressure on services, especially in the border provinces poorly equipped to absorb new arrivals.

These yields, including many involuntary or under stress, have increased risks of protection and have left thousands of families with an urgent need for food, shelters and basic services.

The 2025 humanitarian needs and response plan for Afghanistan – which is looking for $ 2.4 billion to help nearly 17 million people – is only 22% financed in early July, raising concerns among help managers concerning rescue programs in the coming months.

The resolution called on all donors and stakeholders to “reconsider all decisions that could lead to reductions in such aid, taking into account the potential humanitarian consequences for the most vulnerable populations. »»

Governance and responsibility

The Assembly also reiterated concerns about the lack of political inclusion since the Taliban takeover in August 2021.

He made the alarm on extrajudicial sanctions, such as reprisals and summary executions, forced disappearances and arbitrary detentions, including these targeting the former members of the security personnel.

Although the Assembly has recognized the limited stages of the Taliban to reduce the culture of opium, it underlined the need for measures included and efforts to combat organized crime and illicit arms trafficking.

A call for collective responsibility

The resolution expressed its assessment to the main countries of accommodation for refugees – in particular Pakistan and Iran – and has called for more equitable loading and international cooperation to support displaced Afghans and the communities that host them.

He stressed the importance of creating conditions for the safe, worthy and voluntary return of refugees and people displaced internally, as well as their lasting reintegration.