The meeting underlined the bilateral relations between Afghanistan and Russia, and the participation of the Afghan government in upcoming Doha meeting.At the outset, Mr. Zhirnov sought information about the position of IEA regarding the upcoming Doha meeting so that meetings could be arranged with FM Muttaqi on the sidelines of the Doha meeting in case the participation IEA delegation be ensured.In response, FM Muttaqi said that we are in close contact with the relevant bodies of UN, and have shared our views on the possible participation of IEA delegation in the Doha meeting.Adding further, FM Muttaqi said that if there is an opportunity for a meaningful consultations between IEA and UN at a high level in regards with all issues of Afghanistan in the Doha meeting, the Islamic Emirate is ready to fulfill its responsibility of representing Afghanistan in a best possible fashion, calling the meeting a good opportunity.FM Muttaqi said that we are engaged in talks with all the participants of the upcoming Doha meeting regarding the fact if the terms and conditions of IEA are taken into consideration and its participation is preferred.To end, the Ambassador of Russian Federation said that he understood the position of the Afghan government which he will share with Moscow.
Today, the Ambassador of the Russian Federation, Dmitry Zhirnov called on IEA-Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi.
