Afghanistan, March 8 -- Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai, in a message on the occasion of March 8th, International Women's Day, congratulated Afghan women and urged the Taliban government to reopen the gates of schools and universities to girls.

Former Afghan President, on Friday, stated in a message on the occasion of March 8th: "Once again. on the eve of the new academic year, I urge the interim Islamic government to open the doors of schools and universities to girls across the country to pave the way for the advancement and prosperity of the nation."

Mr. Karzai emphasized that the future of Afghanistan lies in the cohesion and meaningful participation of women and men of this land.

He also stated that achieving progress, develo...