France condemns the Taliban's decision to bar girls ages 12 and older from attending school. This alarming decision, which contradicts the public commitments made by the Taliban, is a violation of the obligations set forth in the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which was ratified by Afghanistan.
France reiterates its ongoing commitment to the universal right to education with special consideration given to the protection of the rights of girls, adolescent girls and women. Ensuring access to education for Afghan women and girls is key to the sustainable, equitable development of Afghan society.