Afghanistan, June 15 -- The United Nations Security Council on Monday unanimously extended the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for another year, keeping the mission's existing responsibilities and priorities largely unchanged.
The resolution extends UNAMA's mandate until June 17, 2027, following discussions among council members on possible adjustments to the mission's work.
The 15-member council adopted the resolution unanimously, preserving UNAMA's core responsibilities, including coordinating international assistance, supporting political engagement, monitoring human rights, and facilitating humanitarian efforts.
China's Ambassador to the United Nations, Fu Cong, welcomed the decision, saying the resolution...