Tehran: Hub for Regional Convergence on Afghanistan’s Future

DID Press: Tehran will host a two-day conference on Afghanistan on (December 15–16), with the participation of special envoys from regional countries and some Asian powers.

According to informed sources, special representatives from Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, China, and Russia will attend the meeting.

The Tehran regional conference on Afghanistan can be viewed as more than a temporary diplomatic event. It is held at a time when developments in Afghanistan continue to cast a shadow over the security, economy, and social stability of neighboring countries, and the need for a broad and impartial platform for dialogue is greater than ever. In this context, Iran, by hosting the conference, reinforces its role as a bridge among various regional actors, a role based not on competition but on facilitating interaction and reducing misunderstandings.

Iran has consistently played the role of a supporter of dialogue, peace, and regional stability, and Tehran conference aligns with this approach. The presence of representatives from multiple countries demonstrates Iran’s aim to create an inclusive framework in which security, economic, and cultural concerns are addressed simultaneously. Through this approach, the Tehran conference helps strengthen the concept of collective security at the regional level and facilitates gradual convergence among countries affected by Afghanistan’s crisis.

As announced, the focus on shared interests will be one of the key pillars of the meeting. Issues such as countering extremism, addressing cross-border threats, economic development, and facilitating regional trade represent points of common ground that can serve as the foundation for sustainable cooperation around Afghanistan. This also sends a clear message to all neighbors that Afghanistan’s stability can only be achieved through regional cooperation and a comprehensive approach to shared interests.

From a domestic perspective, and with careful attention to Afghanistan’s social fault lines, it is crucial that the Tehran conference narrative emphasizes sensitive political and ethnic management, based on respect for all Afghan communities and religions. This approach not only helps achieve the expected objectives of the conference but also positions regional convergence as its most important gift to the Afghan people.

Furthermore, this impartial approach allows Iran, while maintaining its role as a mediator and facilitator, to avoid involvement in Afghanistan’s internal conflicts. At the same time, it helps reduce the root causes of domestic disputes, which is essential for the credibility of this regional diplomatic initiative.