Foreign Minister of Afghanistan visited India

Posted 11 Oct 2025

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Article Summary

India enhanced diplomatic ties with Afghanistan, establishing an embassy, engaging in security cooperation, and exploring trade and investment opportunities amid geopolitical shifts and regional concerns.

Key Highlights of the Visit

India upgraded its "technical mission" in Kabul to a full embassy.
- India permitted the Taliban to appoint its diplomats at the Afghan embassy in New Delhi.
- India closed its embassy in Kabul after the Taliban seized power in August 2021.
  - In June 2022, India re-established its diplomatic presence in the Afghan capital by deploying a “technical team”.
Both sides agreed to coordinate efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
- Foreign Minister of Afghanistan assures that Afghanistan's soil would not be used against any other country.
Commencement of the India-Afghanistan Air Freight Corridor.
- Afghanistan invited Indian companies to explore mining opportunities in Afghanistan.

Reasons for recent Indian Engagement with Afghanistan

Advancing National Interest and Security Concerns to check terror outfits operating from Afghanistan.
Countering Regional Influence of countries like Pakistan and China.
Geopolitical Shifts and Real Politik due to worsening Pakistan-Taliban Relations.
Building goodwill and trust through capacity building and humanitarian initiatives.

Key Concerns in Relations

Taliban’s autocratic regime with scant regard for human rights, particularly those of women.
Lack of diplomatic recognition for the Taliban government.