Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
Canberra - Commonwealth Australia
EMBASSY of
THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN
THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN
Canberra - Commonwealth of Australia
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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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
Embassy of Afghanistan at the Windows to the World of Canberra
Step inside the rich traditions of Afghanistan at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan on 18 October. Operating independently of Taliban influence, the Embassy proudly showcases Afghanistan’s enduring culture, resilience, and creativity. The Embassy will offer traditional crafts,…
Kimia Yousofi: Running Beyond the Finish Line
Kimia Yousofi’s Speech – Flag Raising Ceremony of Afghanistan’s Independence Day, Embassy of Afghanistan, Canberra 26 August 2025 In the name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful Dear friends, Ladies and Gentlemen, Today we gather with hearts full of pride…
Afghanistan Conference 2025 Calls for Coordinated Action
Afghanistan Conference 2025 Calls for Coordinated Action Four Years of Taliban Rule: Confronting Impunity and Systematic Human Rights Violations On 15 August 2025, leading academics, human rights advocates, and members of the Afghan community in Australia gathered in Melbourne for…
About Embassy
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Canberra – Australia, serves as a diplomatic mission representing Afghanistan. It provides a range of consular services to Afghan citizens and residents in Australia, including passport renewals, visa applications for foreign citizens, and legal affairs.
The Embassy of Afghanistan in Canberra operates autonomously and independently from the Taliban’s control or influence after 15 August 2021.
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
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
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