India Upgrades Its Kabul Technical Mission To Full Embassy Status

India has officially upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, signaling a renewed diplomatic presence in Afghanistan for the first time since 2021. The move follows External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s meeting with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, reflecting India’s aim to deepen engagement despite not formally recognizing the Taliban regime. The embassy will now oversee humanitarian, development, and trade initiatives.

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India Upgrades Its Kabul Technical Mission To Full Embassy Status
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India Upgrades Its Kabul Technical Mission To Full Embassy Status

IN SHORTIndia has officially upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, signaling a renewed diplomatic presence in Afghanistan for the first time since 2021. The move follows External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s meeting with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, reflecting India’s aim to deepen engagement despite not formally recognizing the Taliban regime. The embassy will now oversee humanitarian, development, and trade initiatives.

TL;DR

  • India upgrades its Technical Mission in Kabul to embassy.
  • Ministry of External Affairs called the move a “strategic step.”
  • Decision made after Jaishankar’s meeting with Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi.
  • Marks India’s first full diplomatic presence since 2021 Taliban takeover.
  • India had withdrawn staff post-U.S. exit from Afghanistan.
  • Embassy will lead humanitarian, educational, and infrastructure efforts.
  • The move aims to secure India’s long-term interests in the region.
  • Muttaqi welcomed India’s growing role in Afghan reconstruction.
  • Embassy will help monitor Indian development projects.
  • Kabul to send Afghan diplomats to India in response.

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