CULTURE — June 25, 2026
Deputy Minister Azizi Meets UNICEF Officials to Discuss Youth Cultural Programs
The talks addressed promoting reading habits, improving library resources and developing materials for children, with both sides pledging to strengthen ongoing joint programs in these fields.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Pajhwok — corroborated by Bakhtar News — 2 min read
Maulvi Atiqullah Azizi, Deputy Minister of Culture and Art at the Ministry of Information and Culture, met with UNICEF officials in Kabul.
The discussions focused on expanding cooperation for the intellectual, cultural and artistic development of children and youth. Specific areas included promoting a reading culture, equipping libraries, producing literary and cultural works for children, and building capacity for young writers.
Azizi stated that the ministry stands ready to cooperate on these initiatives and related joint cultural programs. He noted that large numbers of students and youth visit public libraries, the national archives, the national museum and art institutions daily to learn about Afghanistan's historical and cultural heritage.
UNICEF officials outlined their activities and expressed commitment to strengthening scientific, cultural and artistic cooperation. Both sides emphasized the value of sustained joint efforts to support the intellectual and cultural growth of children and youth.
Azizi also highlighted the need to further equip and strengthen libraries in the capital and districts.
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Reliability assessment
Two independent Afghan outlets (Bakhtar News and Pajhwok) corroborate the core event of the official meeting and Azizi's statements with consistent details; this is a standard 'X said Y' report from named officials.
The source language reads straight.
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Where reports agree
- Meeting occurred between Deputy Minister Atiqullah Azizi and UNICEF officials in Kabul
- Discussion focused on expanding cooperation for intellectual, cultural, and artistic development of children and youth
- Azizi expressed readiness for specific cooperation areas including reading culture, libraries, and youth programs
- Daily visits by students/youth to cultural institutions noted
- UNICEF reaffirmed commitment to cooperation
- Both sides stressed sustained joint efforts
Where reports differ
- Minor spelling variation: Maulvi (Bakhtar) vs Mawlawi (Pajhwok)
- Institution name: Art School (Bakhtar) vs National Institute of Music and Arts (Pajhwok)
- Bakhtar mentions need to equip libraries in center and districts; Pajhwok does not include this detail
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Pajhwok
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Bakhtar News
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Culture — Atiqullah Azizi, UNICEF, Ministry of Information and Culture, cultural cooperation, children and youth
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