Doval discussed the situation in Afghanistan and the region during a meeting of NSAs from Tajikistan, India, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Iran, Kyrgyzstan and China, and highlighted the need to find constructive ways to ensure peace and stability in the Islamic Republic ruled by the Taliban. He stressed that the historical and civilisational relations with Afghanistan will continue to guide India’s approach.
He took the opportunity to make a point of how India has focused on infrastructure, connectivity and humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan over the decades. Following the Taliban’s takeover, India has already provided 17000 metric tonnes of wheat out of a total commitment of 50,000 MT, 5,00,000 doses of Covaxin, and 13 tons of essential life-saving medicines and winter clothing as well as 60 million doses of polio vaccin
Doval discussed the situation in Afghanistan and the region during a meeting of NSAs from Tajikistan, India, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Iran, Kyrgyzstan and China, and highlighted the need to find constructive ways to ensure peace and stability in the Islamic Republic ruled by the Taliban. He stressed that the historical and civilisational relations with Afghanistan will continue to guide India’s approach.
“Nothing can change this,” he said.
Urging partners for collective effort, Doval said the countries can help the people of Afghanistan to build a prosperous and vibrant nation once again.
The meeting followed the 3rd Regional Security Dialogue on Afghanistan held in New Delhi in November 2021.
He took the opportunity to make a point of how India has focused on infrastructure, connectivity and humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan over the decades. Following the Taliban’s takeover, India has already provided 17000 metric tonnes of wheat out of a total commitment of 50,000 MT, 5,00,000 doses of Covaxin, and 13 tons of essential life-saving medicines and winter clothing as well as 60 million doses of polio vaccin
