Afghanistan focusing on Chabahar Port to facilitate its global trade

Afghanistan has warmed up to India to facilitate its global trade as its ties with Pakistan remain unsteady and New Delhi-Islamabad relations remain tense. Eyeing to reduce dependence on Pakistani ports for trade, the Taliban regime has decided to focus on Chabahar Port in Iran, which is managed by India, and is exploring joining the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC). Chabahar Port is an important transit route between Iran, India and Afghanistan. Taliban officials have visited Tehran to discuss Kabul’s role in the project. According to Russia’s top think tank Valdai Club, which maintains close ties with the Kremlin, the Taliban is trying to convey a message of independence from Pakistan by increasing its role in the Chabahar Port project. Iran is also seeking to connect Afghanistan with the INSTC to strengthen its regional position, as per a report.

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