Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
Canberra - Commonwealth Australia
THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN
Canberra - Commonwealth of Australia
Announcements

Australian Parliament Relaunches Parliamentary Friends of the People of Afghanistan
23 June 2026 The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan welcomes the relaunch of the Parliamentary Friends of the People of Afghanistan at Parliament House in Canberra, describing it as a significant reaffirmation of Australia’s enduring friendship, solidarity and…

Marking 57 Years of Afghanistan–Australia Connection
30 March 2026 – Today marks 57 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Afghanistan and Australia on 30 March 1969. The connection between our peoples, however, goes back much further. From the 1860s, Afghan cameleers contributed to the…

A Grand Celebration of Nowruz and Eid at the Embassy of Afghanistan in Canberra
A large and vibrant celebration of the International Day of Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr was held on Sunday, 22 March 2026, hosted by the Embassy of Afghanistan in Canberra, in collaboration with the Afghanistan Peace Foundation and a number of…

Ambassador Waissi’s Remarks at Nowruz 2026 Celebration
Distinguished Ministers, Excellencies, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, dear friends, and respected members of the Afghan community,It is a privilege to welcome you all to the Embassy of Afghanistan in Canberra as we gather to celebrate Nowruz, Eid, and the…

Nowruz Festival at the Embassy of Afghanistan in Canberra
The Embassy of Afghanistan in Canberra is hosting the International Day of Nowruz Celebration on Sunday, 22 March 2026, bringing together members of the Afghan-Australian community, friends of Afghanistan, and organisations supporting multicultural engagement and refugee settlement in the ACT.…

Opening Remarks of Ambassador Waissi On the Reception for the New Generation of Afghan Scholars
Opening Remarks of H. E. Wahidullah WaissiAmbassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Canberra, AustraliaOn the Reception for the New Generation of ScholarsThe Commonwealth Club6 June 2024 Ladies and Gentlemen,Good evening and welcome. I begin by acknowledging the Ngunnawal…

Afghanistan’s Human Rights Review: A Critical Juncture
Afghanistan’s Human Rights Review: A Critical JunctureGeneva, May 3, 2024 In a significant session of the Human Rights Council, Afghanistan’s fourth cycle report for the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) was adopted. This adoption marks a pivotal moment for the country,…

Key Remarks by Mrs Manizha Waissi on the Occasion of International Women’s Day
Key Remarks of Mrs Manizha WaissiOn the occasion of International Women’s Day8 March 2023 Honourable Minister Yvett Berry,Honourable Minister Nicole Lawder,Ms Toa Takiri, Vice President of Fair CanberraMs Sonia DiMezza, MARSS’s Interim CEODr Sunita Dhindsa, MARSS’s Board MemberDistinguished Participants,Friends of…

The Situation in Afghanistan and Implications on Peace and Security
The situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security Report of the Secretary-General I. Introduction Read full report HERE.

A Special End-of-Year Celebration with the Afghan Women’s National Cricket Team in Exile
On a significant occasion marking the end of the year, Ambassador Wahidullah Waissi played host to an extraordinary gathering at the Embassy, welcoming members of the Afghan women’s national cricket team who are currently living in exile. This remarkable event…
About Embassy
The Embassy of Afghanistan in Canberra operates autonomously and independently from the Taliban’s control or influence after 15 August 2021.
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4 Beale Crescent
Deakin West ACT 2600
Postal Address:
PO Box 9553
Australia Post - LPO Deakin
4 Duff Place, Deakin ACT 2600
Telephone:
+61 2 6282 7377