NEW YORK, 16th June, 2026 (WAM) — The United Nations Security Council on Monday voted to extend the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in ​Afghanistan (UNAMA) for one year, until 17th June 2027.

    The Council also requested the Secretary-General to conduct a strategic review of UNAMA by 31st March 2027 to improve effectiveness, coherence, and coordination; eliminate duplication; and address obstacles to mandate delivery.

    The Council requested the Secretary-General to report to it every three months on the situation in Afghanistan and UNAMA’s mandate implementation, including at the subnational level.

    Source: Emirates News Agency