Kabul, Dec. 11 -- Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi said that the future of the nation's development and advancement depends on strengthening its education in both religious and contemporary studies, viewing both aspects as being equally important.
Speaking at a graduation ceremony for Huffaz at Riyaz-ul-Uloom on Thursday, Muttaqi remarked that the foundations of learning in Afghanistan are "growing stronger each day," citing progress in both religious seminaries and contemporary academic disciplines, reports state media.
Stressing the importance of a balanced interdisciplinary academic framework which integrates Islamic doctrine with modern-day subjects and critical thinking, Muttaqi said that Afghanistan can only advance...