India-Tajikistan relations
Diplomatic relations between India and Tajikistan were formally established following Tajikistan's independence in 1991, after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Historically, the relationship between India and the Soviet Union was close, and this foundation allowed India to cultivate a friendly diplomatic rapport with Tajikistan. The geographical positioning of Tajikistan is significant, as it shares borders with Afghanistan and the People's Republic of China, and is divided by a narrow strip of Afghan territory known as the Wakhan Corridor from northern Pakistan. This location not only makes Tajikistan a strategically crucial player in Central Asia but also an important partner for nations like India, which are invested in maintaining regional stability and counteracting extremist influences....