On November 11, 2024, Afghanistan made its debut at the United Nations climate talks since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021. The country sent a delegation to seek international support for addressing climate challenges such as erratic weather patterns, droughts, and floods.

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• Afghanistan participates in UN climate talks after Taliban’s return to power.
• First time Afghanistan sends a delegation to such talks since 2021.
• Matuil Haq Khalis, head of Afghanistan’s environment agency, represents the country.
• Afghanistan seeks international help to combat climate-related issues.
• Key concerns: extreme weather, including erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, and flash floods.
• Country faces serious environmental challenges affecting the population’s livelihood.
• Afghanistan aims to address climate change’s impact on agriculture and water resources.
• Global warming exacerbates existing challenges, threatening food security.
• The delegation’s presence signifies a potential shift in Afghanistan’s engagement with international communities.
• International cooperation seen as crucial for addressing the growing environmental crisis in Afghanistan.