Meeting with Afghanistan’s Talibani government’s foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi, Jaishankar, said, “India is fully committed to the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Afghanistan. Closer cooperation between us contributes to your national development, as well as regional stability and resilience.”
“To enhance that, I am pleased to announce today the upgrading of India’s Technical Mission in Kabul to the status of Embassy of India,” he added.
#WATCH | During meeting with Afghan FM Muttaqi, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar says, “I am pleased to announce today the upgrading of India’s Technical Mission in Kabul to the status of Embassy of India…”
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Boosting trade and flight operations
EAM Jaishankar also stated that Muttaqi invited Indian companies to explore mining opportunities in Afghanistan and the matter will be discussed further to boost trade.
“Your invitation to Indian companies to explore mining opportunities in Afghanistan is also deeply appreciated. This can be discussed further. We have a shared interest in boosting trade and commerce,” the EAM said.
“I am glad to note the commencement of additional flights between Kabul and New Delhi,” he added.
India-Afghanistan against terrorism
The foreign minister further discussed the issue of cross border and urged that the two countries work together to mitigate these concerns.
“We have a common commitment towards growth and prosperity. However, these are endangered by the shared threat of cross-border terrorism that both our nations face. We must coordinate efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations,” he said.
“We appreciate your sensitivity towards India’s security concerns. Your solidarity with us in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terrorist attack was noteworthy,” Jaishankar added.
Muttaqi assured that Afghanistan’s territory would not be allowed to use against India. “I am happy to be in Delhi, and this visit will increase the understanding between the two countries. India and Afghanistan should increase their engagements and exchanges… We will not allow any group to use our territory against others,” he said, as per news agency PTI.
