Amir Khan Muttaqi, Afghan foreign minister visit Islamabad from August 4 to 6, 2025, for a three-day official trip to strengthen bilateral ties with Pakistan. The visit aims to address trade, transit, and regional security issues, following recent tensions over cross-border violence and trade disruptions. Pakistani officials have emphasized the need for Afghanistan to curb militant activities, particularly those linked to the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which has strained relations.
Afghan Foreign Minister Visit Islamabad
Muttaqi is expected to speak at the Islamabad Institute for Strategic Studies, outlining the Taliban’s policies and engaging with Pakistani scholars. Posts on X suggest a cautious optimism about the visit, viewing it as a chance to reset ties after two years of strained relations. Recent trade agreements signed between the two nations, including improved transit protocols, will likely be a key focus. However, Pakistan’s demand for stronger action against TTP remains a sticking point, with Afghan officials rejecting claims of hosting militant groups.
Reason for Afghan Foreign Minister Visit Islamabad
The visit follows China’s pledge to deepen economic ties with Afghanistan, signaling a broader regional effort to stabilize Kabul’s relations with its neighbors. Discussions will also cover the repatriation of Afghan refugees, with Pakistan’s recent deportations of nearly 1.2 million Afghans raising humanitarian concerns. The outcome of Muttaqi’s trip could shape future cooperation, with both sides aiming to balance security and economic priorities.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, August. 2nd, 2025
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