New government in Afghanistan
Taliban’s new government draws heavy criticism for lack of representation, record of ministers
Contrary to the Taliban’s assurances of giving representation to all sections of Afghan society, the 33-member new government has minimal representation from ethnic minorities and no woman ministers
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