External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Amir Khan Muttaqi spoke. They discussed the Pahalgam attack condemnation. India appreciated Afghanistan's stance against Pakistan's claims. Both nations aim to boost cooperation. They addressed visa issues for Afghan citizens. They also discussed the release of Afghan prisoners in India. Focus was on trade and Chabahar port development. India considers resuming projects in Afghanistan.
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