IEA-Foreign Minister, Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi held a telephonic conversation with the Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India, Dr. S. Jaishankar.
The discussion focused on enhancing bilateral relations, promoting trade, and upgrading diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
Calling India a key regional country with historical relation with Afghanistan, FM Muttaqi expressed hope for further strengthening relations, reiterating Afghanistan’s commitment to a balanced foreign policy and constructive engagement with all sides.
Furthermore, he urged for streamlining the issuance of visas for Afghan businessmen and patients, as well as the release and repatriation of Afghan prisoners in India.
Recognizing the longstanding relations between India and Afghanistan, Dr. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s ongoing support for Afghanistan, highlighting joint efforts in the political and economic spheres. He also pledged to accelerate the resolution of Afghan prisoners’ cases and enhance the visa issuance process.
To end, both sides underscored the importance of further developing the Chabahar Port.
