Press Statement
— Afghan Embassy India (@AfghanistanInIN) September 30, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: 30th September, 2023
Afghanistan is closing its Embassy in New Delhi.
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in New Delhi regrets to announce the decision to cease its operations, effective October 1, 2023. pic.twitter.com/BXesWPdLFP
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:34am on 01 Oct 2023,Sunday International
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in India finally shut down on October 1, citing a lack of support from the "host government" and reduced resources due to the Taliban administration in Kabul. The closure, except for emergency consular services, reflects divisions between the Taliban and former Afghan rulers. Ambassador Farid Mamundzay's absence for three months created a vacuum in the embassy. India, not recognizing the Taliban regime, maintains a "technical team" in Kabul. The closure raises concerns for Afghan students, traders, and tourists in India. The decision followed the Moscow format dialogue on Afghanistan, where the Taliban engaged with stakeholders, including India.
