Russian Ambassador Calls on Foreign Minister

During the meeting, the Ambassador officially conveyed his government’s decision to recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, underscoring the importance of this decision and calling it a historic step towards strengthening relations between the two countries.
Welcoming the decision, FM Muttaqi described it as a new phase of positive relations, mutual respect, and constructive engagement.

Furthermore, FM Muttaqi stated that this realistic decision would be remembered as a significant development in bilateral relations and would set a good example for other countries, adding that it would also further strengthen cooperation between Afghanistan and Russia.