Ban Ki-moon discusses secuhrity wit Central Asian leaders

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today discussed security in Central Asia with regional leaders following recent unrest, and underscored the vital.

His contribution to bringing peace and stability to Afghanistan and his visionary leadership in ensuring nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.

The two discussed the importance of protecting the rights of refugees and reinforcing the rule of law for long-term stability, as well as the need for regional cooperation to fight terrorism.

Mr. Ban, who also met with OSCE Secretary General Marc Perrin de Brichambaut and Kazakh Foreign Minister Kanat Saudabayev.

Both in his bilateral talks and an address to a regional women?s group, stressed the central role of women in peace and security.

For these reasons, and as a matter of fundamental human rights, you deserve a seat at the table,? he added.