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Transcript of HE Ambassador Waissi’s Speech at the Parliament of Australia

23 June 2026, Canberra Dear Honourable Mr Speaker,Hon Assistant Minister Thistlewaite,Members and Senators,Distinguished Guests, Friends of Afghanistan, Thank you for bringing us together today.I am deeply honoured by this gathering and by the friendship that it represents.I particularly wish to…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
29/06/2026

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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…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
23/06/2026

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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…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
31/03/2026

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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…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
31/03/2026

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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.…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
06/03/2026

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Speech of Ambassador Waissi at the NSW Parliament House

Ladies and Gentlemen,Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley, Governor of New South Wales,Mr Stephen Bali,Ms Maryam Zahid,Ms Sally Bradley,Distinguished guests, Thank you for the opportunity to speak at the premiere of My Mother & I: The Untold Stories of Afghan…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
03/03/2026

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NSW Parliament Features Afghan Women’s Stories in Documentary

Premiere of “My Mother and I” in Sydney brings Afghan women’s stories and struggles to the forefront The Ambassador of Afghanistan, HE Wahidullah Waissi, attended and spoke at the premiere of the documentary “My Mother and I: The Untold Stories…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
02/03/2026

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A Thousand Voices, A Thousand Acts, A Thousand Splendid Suns Event at the Embassy

A Thousand Voices, A Thousand Acts, A Thousand Splendid Suns Event at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Canberra Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025 To mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Human Rights…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
02/12/2025

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Echoes of Courage: Afghan Women’s Stories Through Film, Culture, and Advocacy

Afghan women’s lives should be full of sunlight. Playing in the sunshine with friends. Walking in the park or to school in the morning sun’s rays. Sketching, writing, and photographing a beautiful sunset. Picnicking, gardening, or even reading outside, Afghan…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
13/11/2025

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Afghan Ambassador Attends Remembrance Day Ceremony in Canberra

On 11 November, marking Remembrance Day in Australia, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, H.E. Wahidullah Waissi, attended the national Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. This solemn occasion commemorates the moment when the…

Afghan Embassy Canberra
11/11/2025