During a recent program, Mawlavi Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate, outlined significant diplomatic achievements over the past year. The review emphasized the introduction of Afghanistan diplomats to several countries, including Germany, Norway, India, and Indonesia.
Minister Muttaqi highlighted that the Islamic Emirate has pursued a balanced, economy-centered policy aimed at fostering mutual trust and understanding with both regional and global partners. He noted that this approach has led to the expansion of Afghanistan’s diplomatic missions and the initiation of major infrastructure projects.
The minister pointed out that the Islamic Emirate has elevated its diplomatic missions to ambassadorial status in Turkey, Russia, and Pakistan, while Kazakhstan has agreed to accept an Afghan ambassador shortly. He described Russia’s recognition of the Islamic Emirate as a crucial step toward strengthening bilateral relations.
In terms of international engagement, the Ministry facilitated over 100 trips for Islamic Emirate officials to foreign nations and hosted senior representatives from various countries and organizations in Kabul.
Mawlavi Amir Khan Muttaqi underscored the importance of gaining international recognition, enhancing relations with Western nations, and expanding diplomatic missions as key priorities. He also mentioned major economic initiatives, including the CASA-1000 project, the Lapis Lazuli Corridor, and the strengthening of Afghanistan’s private sector.
The minister concluded by noting the launch of feasibility studies for the Afghan–Trans railway project and ongoing work on the TAPI pipeline as significant accomplishments in economic cooperation.
