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New Delhi strengthens Taliban diplomatic ties

Hindustan Times Ludhiana

October 11, 2025

India on Friday unveiled a slew of developmental initiatives for Afghanistan and an upgrade of its diplomatic presence in Kabul as external affairs minister S Jaishankar met Taliban foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi for the first time to discuss ways to advance bilateral cooperation and tackle security challenges.

- Rezaul H Laskar

New Delhi strengthens Taliban diplomatic ties

EAM S Jaishankar with Afghanistan's Amir Khan Muttaqi during the handover of five ambulances to Kabul on Friday.

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