Islamic Emirate Welcomes Possible EU Office Reopening

The Islamic Emirate on Monday welcomed the reopening of the European Union’s office in Kabul, saying that the step could be the beginning of engagement with European countries.  

“The decision of the European Union to reopen its office in the near future is a good step and it is in the interest of the people of Afghanistan,” said Ahmadullah Wasiq, deputy spokesman for the Islamic Emirate. “They will evaluate their work from the vicinity.” 

According to a report in the Financial Times, the European Union is considering restarting its political activities in a limited way in Kabul.