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The Permanent Mission of Afghanistan

The Permanent Mission of Afghanistan to the United Nations is the legitimate and accredited diplomatic representation of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. Since the forced takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban in August 2021, it has been representing the interests of the people of Afghanistan, especially the voices and demands of the suppressed and vulnerable people in Afghanistan. Our mission is to represent Afghanistan and its people with dignity, honor, and integrity while defending their legitimate rights at the international level. We are committed to promoting and protecting the fundamental human rights of all Afghans, including women, youth, and minorities, and achieving permanent peace, stability, and prosperity in an inclusive and democratic Afghanistan.

At the United Nations, we work tirelessly to promote the interests of Afghanistan and its people in areas such as peace, security, development, and human rights. Our main objective is to ensure that the rights of all Afghans are protected and preserved in line with the UN Charter and international human rights principles. We are committed to working with our international partners to achieve our objectives, and we believe that our work at the United Nations plays an essential role in promoting a better future for Afghanistan and its people.

Our team is dedicated to achieving our objectives with the utmost professionalism, integrity, and commitment. We believe that by promoting democratic values, observing and respecting international human rights principles, and pursuing the objectives of the UN Charter, we can build a better future for Afghanistan. We are proud of the overwhelming support and trust of the people of Afghanistan, which has allowed us to represent their interests with independence and integrity.

Biography

Biography of Mr. Naseer Faiq

Mr. Naseer Ahmad Faiq has served as the Chargé d’Affaires of the Permanent Mission of Afghanistan to the United Nations since December 16, 2021, following the Taliban takeover. As the sole recognized representative of Afghanistan at the UN, he actively advocates for the nation’s interests and champions the establishment of an inclusive government founded on justice, the rule of law, and the will of the Afghan people.

He joined the Permanent Mission of Afghanistan to the UN in 2019 as Minister Counsellor, overseeing political affairs and United Nations Security Council matters. With nearly two decades of diplomatic experience, Mr. Faiq is widely respected for his professionalism, independence, and unwavering commitment to defending human rights, particularly the rights of women, girls, and minorities.

Mr. Faiq began his diplomatic career at Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2005, serving in several senior domestic and international roles. He has held positions as Acting Chief of Staff to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Deputy Director General of Regional Cooperation (twice), and diplomat at the Permanent Mission of Afghanistan to the United Nations in New York (three times).

He earned a bachelor’s degree in Administration and Diplomacy from Kabul University in 2005 and a master’s degree in Administration, International Relations, and Diplomacy from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 2010.

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