In an exclusive interview to The Indian Express, Mamundzay said Indian development projects — roads, schools, dams among others — are “at risk” if the security situation deteriorates further. But of course, strong messages from India would certainly help convey messages of cutting ties with regional terrorist groups. Messages that India would continue to support Afghanistan should Taliban become part of the mainstream society again. India would continue to assist Afghanistan in education, politically, diplomatically.”“Those would go a long way, I hope, with the Taliban. Asked whether Afghanistan has sought military assistance from India, he said the government has “not yet officially requested India for any military assistance”.

Source: Indian Express July 13, 2021 22:40 UTC