Central Asian countries have called for stronger regional coordination to support peace, security and sustainable development in Afghanistan during a regional diplomatic meeting held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

The second meeting of the Regional Contact Group of Special Representatives of Central Asian countries on Afghanistan brought together representatives from across the region, according to Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry.

Kazakhstan was represented by Yerzhan Kistafin, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

During the discussions, the Kazakh delegation emphasised the importance of closer coordination among Central Asian countries to address regional challenges and support Afghanistan's stability and economic development.

Particular attention was given to expanding trade, economic, transport, logistics and humanitarian cooperation with Afghanistan.

Participants highlighted the need to develop mutually beneficial economic partnerships, improve regional connectivity and implement joint projects that could help integrate Afghanistan into regional economic processes.

Regional security challenges were also among the key issues discussed.

Following the meeting, the representatives reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening multilateral cooperation and coordinating joint efforts to promote peace, security and sustainable development across the region.