Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has announced that Moscow intends to expand cooperation with Afghanistan in counterterrorism, counternarcotics and defence.
According to Russian media, Zakharova made the remarks at a press briefing in Moscow, adding that Russia remains ready to support diplomatic efforts to resolve differences between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
She stressed that cooperation with Kabul in counterterrorism, combating drug trafficking and defence will continue to expand steadily.
The Russian foreign ministry spokesperson also said that addressing security threats in the region is a shared responsibility, requiring constructive engagement and joint efforts by all relevant countries.
The remarks come after Russia and Afghanistan signed a military-technical cooperation agreement on May 27.
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