Afghanistan Strengthens Trade Ties with India: A Strategic Pivot Away from Pakistan Dependency

Nov 20, 2025 02:25 am CST

Afghanistan's Industry and Commerce Minister Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi's five-day visit to New Delhi marks a significant shift in regional trade dynamics as the Taliban administration actively pursues stronger economic partnerships with India amid deteriorating relations with Pakistan. This diplomatic initiative focuses on expanding air corridor trade, promoting Afghan exports, and establishing alternative trade routes that bypass traditional dependencies.