Afghanistan: Gb, Taliban recognition if inclusive

(ANSA) - LONDON, AUGUST 17 - The recognition of the "legitimacy" of a forthcoming Taliban-led government in Afghanistan is not excluded a priori, but will be "subject to their respect for internationally agreed standards on human rights and inclusion". This was stated by British Prime Minister Boris Johnson in an interview with Imran Khan, head of the government of Pakistan, that is, of the neighboring country - an ally of the West - which historically guarantees coverage to Koranic students. According to Downing Street reports, BoJo also reiterated that any recognition should be granted "on an international basis, not a unilateral one". (HANDLE).