UNAMA Statement

4 Jun 2010

UNAMA Statement

KABUL - The United Nations congratulates the Government of Afghanistan and the men and women attending the Consultative Peace Jirga on the process and outcomes of this three-day gathering.

The Consultative Peace Jirga represents an important stepping-stone to create the conditions for a wider national dialogue aimed at ending conflict and establishing the stability and peace that the people of Afghanistan want.

The participants of the Consultative Peace Jirga have committed themselves to move forward together and reach out to communities across the country. It is essential that the momentum of this Jirga is maintained and utilised to take the next steps toward the Kabul Conference in July.

The United Nations stands ready to assist the Afghan authorities and all Afghan people to realise this framework for peace.