Abu Dhabi, July 29, 2020, SPA -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has welcomed the announcement by Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on the launch of a peace process and lauded the new truce reached in Afghanistan. In a statement today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation affirmed the UAE's support for the peace talks aiming to stop bloodshed of innocent civilians and achieve comprehensive development, welfare, and prosperity for the people of Afghanistan. The Ministry expressed hope that the truce would sustain through confidence-building measures that pave the way for a permanent ceasefire and enhance stability, peace and security in the country. --SPA 20:57 LOCAL TIME 17:57 GMT 0023 www.spa.gov.sa/w1380700