India has announced the upgrading of its mission in Kabul to the “Embassy of India,” marking a new phase in its diplomatic engagement with Afghanistan. The decision came during Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to Delhi, where he met with External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. This is the first high-level Taliban visit to India since 2021, approved under a UN travel waiver. The move represents careful yet steady diplomacy — engagement without formal recognition. Both sides discussed security cooperation, trade expansion, and humanitarian aid. Muttaqi assured India that Afghan soil would not be used for terrorism, reaffirming Kabul’s intent to build trust. India also promised to expand visa categories and continue its humanitarian and development assistance. Analysts note the move signifies India’s determination to remain a key player in Afghan stability despite Pakistan and China’s regional influence. #amirkhanmuttaqi #indiaafghanistan #taliban #afghanistan #india #indiaafghanistanrelations #diplomaticengagement #SouthAsiaDiplomacy #KabulEmbassy #TalibanVisitIndia #drjaishankar #IndiaInAfghanistan #IndoAfghanTies #geopolitics