Afghanistan needs to make India understand the principle of sovereignty. History bears witness that India’s interests have never been permanent. Afghanistan must recognize the hidden intentions behind India’s so-called ‘friendship.’
Details show that India fails to understand Afghanistan’s strong historical and cultural ties with Pakistan, while Afghanistan’s relationship with India is purely based on mutual interests. India’s contradictory behavior towards Muslim countries reflects in its treatment of Kashmiri Muslims and its alliance with Israel, which raises questions for Afghanistan.
Afghanistan remains cautious in its relations with India, as India’s promises and opportunism are well known. J.P. Singh maintains contacts with both the Afghan Taliban and their opponents, as India attempts to establish its foothold in Afghanistan with its dual policies. Afghanistan should understand the true motives behind India’s friendly rhetoric.
Ignoring Pakistan and Afghanistan’s long-standing relationship, India seeks to expand its influence in Afghanistan, but this is contrary to the ground realities. Sincerity and truthfulness are crucial in any friendship. Considering India’s past policies, Afghanistan needs to be cautious. When deciding on its relations with India, Afghanistan must recognize its true friends and enemies.
