India on Thursday (November 20, 2025) reiterated support for the Afghan people and promised enhanced connectivity and trade between the two sides.

The Indian message was conveyed by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in a meeting with visiting Afghan Minister of Industry and Commerce Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, who became the second Taliban Minister to be hosted at Hyderabad House in little over a month.

“Discussed ways to strengthen our trade, connectivity and people to people ties. Reiterated India’s support for the development and welfare of the people of Afghanistan,” Mr. Jaishankar said after meeting Mr. Azizi, who arrived here on Wednesday for a five-day visit. Mr. Azizi also met Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada, who said the “discussions reflected a shared

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