The United States has granted a six-month extension to the sanctions waiver for India's Chabahar port in Iran. This crucial development allows India continued access to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. The port's importance for India's economic ties with Afghanistan is highlighted amidst evolving regional dynamics.
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