Keir Starmer answers question about UK dealing with Taliban in Afghanistan

The transcript discusses the need for open negotiations with the Taliban, emphasizing a political process that does not include formal recognition. It highlights the importance of safeguarding the achievements of the past 20 years, particularly in terms of human rights, and stresses the need to prevent Afghanistan from reverting to a terrorist state. The discussion also points out the low expectations set for women and girls in Afghanistan and underscores the necessity of a political process that upholds human rights for all.

What are the key considerations for handling negotiations with the Taliban?

What are the immediate problems that the political process in Afghanistan should focus on?

Why is it important to safeguard the gains made in Afghanistan over the last 20 years?

What does the Prime Minister mean by not wanting Afghanistan to slip back to a terrorist state?

How should the political process in Afghanistan address human rights?