By Ajmal
“Balanced policy” is one of those terms the leadership of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) has genuinely adopted as a guiding principle, not merely as a slogan. Some might assume it is just rhetoric, a phrase deployed to manage public perception. But anyone who looks honestly at Afghanistan’s experience since the establishment of the Islamic system will see that this policy has not remained just words. The IEA has tried to put it into practice, and its actions have generally reflected what its officials have said.
The IEA’s position on both domestic and foreign affairs has been clear from the beginning. Its officials have repeatedly stated that the country will be governed according to Islamic law, that Afghan soil will not be used against any other country, and that no person or group will be allowed to threaten Afghanistan’s security and stability. Whenever the country’s security or the peace of its people is endangered, action will be taken against those responsible.
In recent days, some circles, particularly Pakistan’s military regime, have tried to present Afghanistan’s relations with countries such as Russia as a threat to others. This is nothing new. Similar efforts have been made many times before in an attempt to create a negative image of Afghanistan. Yet such efforts have failed repeatedly, because Afghanistan’s foreign policy is based on balance, mutual respect, non-interference, and the protection of national interests. Its relations with other countries are guided by Islamic principles and the interests of the Afghan nation.
Afghanistan is an independent country. Like any other state, it has the right to establish political, economic, and security relations with countries around the world in line with its own interests and values. Good relations with Russia, China, or any other country should not be seen as hostility toward someone else. It is part of an independent foreign policy that seeks cooperation while maintaining mutual respect.
Islamic law places great importance on wisdom, keeping one’s commitments, preserving independence, and protecting the interests of Muslims. Throughout his life, the Prophet (PBUH) entered into agreements and maintained relations with different tribes, groups, and states while always keeping the welfare of the Ummah in mind. For this reason, building relations and agreements with other countries is both acceptable and legitimate, provided that such ties do not harm the dignity of the Afghan people, the country’s independence, or its Islamic system.
The IEA’s foreign policy is based on positive engagement with all countries, non-interference in the affairs of others, and the protection of Islamic values. Afghanistan seeks cooperation and good relations with everyone. At the same time, it remains committed to Islamic law, national independence, and the legitimate interests of the country.