Afghanistan's FM Muttaqi Marks First Official India Visit Since Taliban Takeover
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has concluded a six-day visit to India, marking the first official trip by a Taliban representative since the group took power in 2021. The visit, publicly acknowledged around October 10, 2025, in New Delhi, signals a thaw in India-Afghanistan relations and a positive trajectory in bilateral ties.
Muttaqi's trip focused on strengthening India-Afghanistan relations, with discussions centering around economic, security, and cultural cooperation. The visit also touched on regional dynamics, including Pakistan's role in the region and its impact on India-Afghanistan relations.
Muttaqi received a warm welcome during his visit to Darul Uloom Deoband in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. He thanked the Ulema and people of the area for their warm reception, appreciating the large turnout. India's engagement with Afghanistan is driven by strategic interests, including regional stability and security. India has been a significant investor in Afghanistan's development, and the visit explored ways to enhance economic ties, trade, and investment.
Muttaqi's visit to India demonstrates the strengthening diplomatic relations between the two nations. Both countries aim to foster closer ties, with a focus on economic and security cooperation. The visit signals a bright future for India-Afghanistan relations, with a positive trajectory in bilateral ties.
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