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Taliban Envoy Arrives in Delhi to Lead Afghan Embassy Amid Diplomatic Shifts

Senior Taliban member Mufti Noor Ahmad Noor has arrived in New Delhi to assume the role of Charge d'Affaires at Afghanistan's Embassy. His appointment follows a visit by Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, who firmly asserted Taliban control over the diplomatic mission. India has not formally recognized the Taliban regime but continues to be a significant provider of aid and medical supplies. Bilateral engagements have increased, focusing on trade, energy, and the development of the Chabahar Port.

Key Points: Taliban's Noor Ahmad Noor Takes Charge of Afghan Embassy in Delhi

  • Taliban envoy takes charge in Delhi
  • India-Afghan relations deepen
  • Embassy control asserted under Taliban flag
  • India remains key aid donor
  • High-level visits strengthen bilateral ties
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Taliban's Noor Ahmad Noor arrives in India to take charge of Afghan Embassy in Delhi

Senior Taliban member Mufti Noor Ahmad Noor arrives in New Delhi as Charge d'Affaires, signaling deepening India-Afghanistan ties despite non-recognition.

"This is our flag. We fought jihad under this. This is 100 per cent our embassy. - Amir Khan Muttaqi"

New Delhi, Jan 10

Senior Taliban member Mufti Noor Ahmad Noor has arrived in New Delhi to take over as Charge d'Affaires at Afghanistan's Embassy, officials said on Saturday.

Noor Ahmad Noor has previously served as the Director General of the First Political Department at Afghanistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

India and Afghanistan have witnessed a steady rise in their bilateral relations in the past few months, especially after the seven-day visit of the Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in October.

During this visit, Muttaqi had firmly asserted control over the Embassy here in New Delhi, indicating the Islamic Emirate's flag flying in front and behind him.

"This is our flag. We fought jihad under this. This is 100 per cent our embassy. All those who are working here... they are all with us," Muttaqi said in response to a question by IANS, pointing to the Islamic Emirate's flag fluttering behind his back and at the front of his table while the embassy officially still hoists the former flag, representing the former regime of Ashraf Ghani.

Notably, Mufti Noor was a part of the FM Muttaqi's delegation to New Delhi.

Although India has not yet recognised the Taliban regime, it has been emerging as a key aid donor and continues to supply aid and medical supplies.

Similarly, Afghan consulates, both in Mumbai and Hyderabad, are being run by Taliban appointed diplomats.

Said Muhammad Ibrahim Khil, who was appointed by the government headed by former President Ashraf Ghani, was the CDA of the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi.

Meanwhile, there have been several high-ranking delegation visits from Afghanistan to India, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, trade, energy development and activating and effectively utilising the capacities of the India-developed Chabahar Port in Iran and attracting more investments.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Practical move by the government. We have to deal with the ground reality in Kabul. Engaging with them, especially on trade and Chabahar Port, is in our strategic interest. Can't let Pakistan have all the influence there. 🇮🇳
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Aman W
I have mixed feelings. On one hand, we must help the ordinary Afghans who are suffering. On the other, the Taliban's flag flying in our capital? That's hard to digest after decades of conflict. Hope our diplomats know what they're doing.
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Sarah B
The article mentions the embassy still officially flies the old flag. That's a telling detail. It shows the internal tension and that India hasn't fully accepted the change. A very nuanced approach.
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Karthik V
Focus should be on Chabahar Port and regional connectivity. That's a game-changer for trade with Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. If dealing with the Taliban helps secure that project, it's a necessary step. Economics over ideology sometimes.
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Meera T
While I understand the strategic reasons, I respectfully disagree with this level of engagement. We are giving them a platform and legitimacy they crave. What about the rights of Afghan women and minorities? Our foreign policy should also reflect our values.
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Vikram M

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