Afghanistan and Tajikistan commit to expanding diplomatic and economic cooperation

A high-level delegation from the Republic of Tajikistan, led by the country’s Special Representative, met with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, during an official visit to Kabul.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two sides held detailed discussions on strengthening bilateral relations, with a particular focus on expanding diplomatic engagement and boosting economic cooperation between the neighboring countries.

During the meeting, Foreign Minister Muttaqi highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties between Afghanistan and Tajikistan. He emphasized that the Islamic Emirate seeks to promote “positive and friendly neighborhood relations” with Tajikistan, noting that cooperation in various sectors has been steadily improving. He expressed hope that both countries would witness “notable progress” in their relations in the near future.

The Tajik delegation reaffirmed their country’s commitment to further enhancing ties with Afghanistan, stating that the two nations have significant potential for close cooperation across multiple fields.

Both sides concluded the meeting by stressing the importance of continued exchanges, visits, and dialogue to advance bilateral cooperation.