The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the power-sharing agreement in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan between his excellency President Ashraf Ghani and Dr. Abdullah Abdullah. The Ministry expresses the wishes that this important step will lead to establishing enduring security, stability and peace in all parts of Afghanistan, and to meet the hopes and aspirations of its people. The Ministry reaffirms the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's support for the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and standing with the new government in achieving the aspirations of the Afghan people for prosperity, progress and development.