Start of conference looking at ongoing issues in Afghanistan

The transcript discusses the international community's efforts to support Afghanistan in ensuring security and combating terrorism. It highlights the challenges posed by extremist groups trying to control regions and establish parallel power structures. The importance of fighting drug trafficking, which funds terrorism, is emphasized. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization's initiative to support Afghanistan receives broad support.

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