The Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed: Inclusive Peace in Afghanistan means ‘women at the centre’

The UN deputy chief issued an impassioned plea on Sunday for Afghans to reconcile with the past and put “women at the centre” of all efforts to forge a durable peace, and a truly inclusive political process where women’s voices are truly heard. 

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The Deputy Secretary-General said they had come ahead of the key presidential election, due to take place at the end of September, but also to lend their support for a peace process “which is integral to the future, and the sustainability of all the efforts and aspirations, the Government and people of Afghanistan have.”

More at the source: https://news.un.org/en/story/2019/07/1042961

 

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