Move signals New Delhi’s commitment to deepen engagement and cooperation with Afghanistan
In a significant diplomatic development, India has upgraded its Technical Mission in Kabul to the status of the Embassy of India in Afghanistan, effective immediately. The move follows the recent visit of the Afghan Foreign Minister to New Delhi and marks a key step in restoring full diplomatic presence in the country.
The decision reaffirms India’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and expanding cooperation with Afghanistan across multiple sectors.
By upgrading its mission, New Delhi has sent a clear message of solidarity and long-term partnership with the Afghan people
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the upgradation underscores India’s determination to deepen its engagement with the Afghan side in all areas of mutual interest, including development, humanitarian assistance, and capacity building.
Strengthening partnership and support
The newly re-established Embassy of India in Kabul will play a central role in enhancing India’s support for Afghanistan’s comprehensive development and institutional rebuilding. It will also coordinate India’s ongoing projects, humanitarian aid, and training programs designed to align with the priorities and aspirations of Afghan society.
This move also signals India’s confidence in the evolving situation in Afghanistan and its readiness to re-engage constructively to promote regional stability and cooperation.
