New Delhi, Oct. 20 -- New Delhi recently received an official delegation from the Taliban government, led by Afghanistan's Acting Foreign Minister - the first such visit since the formation of the Islamic Emirate in 2021. The visit reflects the emerging dynamics in Indo-Afghan relations, adding fresh impetus to dialogue between the two civilizational partners. Whatever its precise intent, it can be viewed as a response to two major developments: India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan-based terror networks, and the Trump administration's tariff impositions on Indian exports. The visit holds potential implications for India's national interests and reinforces its pursuit of strategic autonomy in South Asia.

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