Decoding India’s Strategic Reset with Afghanistan
India welcomed Taliban Foreign Minister (6th -12th October), marking a significant shift in its diplomatic engagement with Afghanistan’s de facto authorities.
- The visit is the first high-level bilateral meeting since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021 and underscores India’s evolving approach to regional stability, counterterrorism, and economic connectivity in South-Central Asia.
Significance of the Visit
- Strategic Outreach: India’s decision to host the Taliban FM reflects a pragmatic recalibration of its Afghanistan policy, prioritizing direct dialogue over isolation to protect its strategic and economic interests.
- Diplomatic Breakthrough: First high-level contact between India and the Taliban since 2021, signalling New Delhi’s pragmatic shift ....
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