India's Dilemma with the Taliban
India's decision to host the Taliban and strengthen ties with Afghanistan is a strategic move to counter Pakistan's influence and safeguard regional interests.
After the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, India's investment and humanitarian legacy in Kabul were compromised, allowing Pakistan and China to gain ground.
India wants a seat at Kabul's geopolitical table to counter Pakistan's influence and safeguard our regional interests.
However, India must not compromise on its values and host the Taliban's misogyny, making it a delicate diplomatic balancing act.
Author's summary: India hosts Taliban for strategic interests.