The Instrumentality of Asymmetry: Taliban Hedging and Pakistan’s Compounded Security Dilemma

The security architecture of South and Central Asia is undergoing a significant realignment, the implications of which are crystallizing along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. To view the Afghan Taliban’s engagement with India and the TTP’s escalation of attacks as disconnected is to miss the emergence of a complex geopolitical dynamic. This signals a fundamental recalibration of regional relationships, forcing Pakistan to confront a renewed and more intricate security dilemma.
Afghan Foreign Minister Calls for US Engagement with Current Government of Afghanistan
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Amir Khan Muttaqi urges US to engage with Afghanistan government, stressing stability and investment for progress.
Ambassador Mohammad Sadiq, Meets Afghan Officials in Kabul

Pakistan’s Ambassador Mohammad Sadiq visits Kabul, holds key talks with Afghan officials on security, cooperation, and regional stability
Indian Diplomat meets FM Amir Khan Muttaqi in Kabul

JP Singh meets Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to discuss India-Afghanistan relations, trade, and aid.