Kabul: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has met with Acting Prime Minister of Afghanistan Mohammad Hasan Akhund in Kabul. The discussions between the two leaders focused on significant bilateral and regional issues.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei mentioned in an X message that the visit aligns with Iran's neighborliness policy and provides an opportunity to safeguard the interests of both nations. The daylong visit marks Araghchi's first trip to Afghanistan since his appointment as foreign minister under President Masoud Pezeshkian's administration, which began in July last year.

The foreign minister was accompanied by representatives from various ministries and a trade delegation. This visit to Kabul aimed to address a range of mutual interests and further strengthen the relationship between the two countries.