Ethnic and religious diversity are symbols of national unity, says Baradar

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Afghanistan&s Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar says the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) believes
in ethnic and religious diversity and considers it a symbol of national unity in the country.Addressing Shia Muslims at a large gathering
aimed at strengthening national unity and supporting the Islamic Emirate system at the Loya Jirga Hall in Kabul, Baradar said: &The Islamic
Emirate of Afghanistan respects ethnic diversity and regards it as a symbol of national unity.& Baradar also urged citizens not to believe
the rumors and propaganda spread by enemies and to remain united in preserving peace and stability in the country
&Do not believe the propaganda and misinformation spread by the enemies of the system
They seek to create division among ethnic groups and religions and misuse such situations
We must maintain our unity and solidarity in the right manner,& said Baradar.Meanwhile, several other officials of the IEA dismissed rumors
suggesting that a major upheaval is imminent in the country this year and that the IEA may collapse
They emphasized that on the contrary, this year will be a year of unity among the people, and the Islamic system will remain intact
Shahabuddin Delawar, the acting head of the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS) said: &We declare that this year is the year of unity for
Afghans, this year is the year of reconstruction for Afghans, this year is the year of progress for Afghans.& Some participants at the
gathering, while emphasizing their support for the ruling system, added that the people are tired of war and do not want the security and
stability achieved so far to be disrupted again
Some participants also stated that recent meetings held outside Afghanistan are not in the interest of the people or the country,
emphasizing that the people will not support plans devised abroad
It must be noted that hundreds of Shia scholars, elders, and youth from the capital and various provinces of the country participated in
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