PESHAWAR – Tribal elders from Bajaur District and Afghanistan’s Kunar Province recently finalized a comprehensive peace treaty at Nawa Pass. This historic agreement establishes a total ceasefire from Dangam in Kunar to the borders of Bajaur and Mohmand.
Consequently, local leaders aim to end cross-border hostilities and restore regional stability through this mutual alliance.
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Terms of the Strategic Alliance
First, Haji Lali Shah Pakhtun Yar led the Pakistani delegation during the grand jirga. Meanwhile, Haji Zahir Gul headed the Afghan delegation to represent the elders of Kunar. Furthermore, the jirga established several critical protocols to maintain long-term peace:
- Security Guarantees: Forces from both sides will now cease all firing across the border.
- Regular Oversight: Elders will meet every three months to review the ceasefire progress.
- Conflict Resolution: Leaders must resolve all future disputes through dialogue and consultation.
- Mutual Protection: Tribes pledged to promote brotherhood and protect local lives.
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Economic and Social Restoration
In addition, the agreement focuses on restoring livelihoods for border communities. Specifically, Haji Lali Shah confirmed that authorities will reopen trade routes immediately. Moreover, public movement across the frontier will return to normal. Ultimately, these joint efforts aim to transform the border into a corridor of economic activity.
Recognition of Peace Efforts
Finally, a formal ceremony marked the successful conclusion of the tribal jirga. Notably, the Islamic Emirate and Afghan elders presented a “Peace Award” to Haji Lali Shah Pakhtun Yar. In conclusion, the Bajaur Kunar border peace agreement secures a non-violent future through traditional tribal diplomacy.
