KABUL: On the eve of a key meeting on Afghanistan, India today assured the war-torn country of its long term presence and standing with the Government and the people of Afghanistan in various spheres including Kabul’s peace overtures.
The assurance was conveyed by Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale during his meeting with Afghan Foreign Minister Salahuddin Rabbani here, according to an official release of Afghan foreign office.
Gokhale arrived here earlier in the day to attend the 2nd meeting of ‘Kabul process’. The meeting is expected to primarily focus on two topics – the modality of the peace process and the fight against terrorism, the Afghan foreign office spokesperson was quoted as saying by local media.
The foreign secretary also noted New Delhi’s serious attention to the immediate implementation of all India-assisted projects in Afghanistan, including the project for provision of potable water for the Kabul residents. (AGENCIES)
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