The Moscow Format's Impact on the Regional Interactions of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan

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Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law and Political Science, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran

2 Master of International Relations from Kabul University - Faculty of International Relations, Jami University of Afghanistan

3 PhD student in Political Science, Ferdowsi University - Mashhad - Faculty of Political Science, Jami University of Afghanistan

10.22124/wp.2025.28023.3373

Abstract

The Regional Pattern of the Moscow Format was established in 2017 as a regional platform for consultation, involving special representatives from Russia, Afghanistan, India, Iran, China, and Pakistan, with a perspective towards a "day after America" approach to Afghan affairs. The primary question is, what is the role of the Moscow Format in the regional interactions of the Islamic Emirate's government? The research hypothesis posits that the Moscow Format, centered around Russia and the participating countries, aims to retain the Taliban within the anti-unilateralism front against the United States in the region, strengthen the Islamic Emirate's anti-ISIS policy, and facilitate its regional legitimacy. The findings indicate that the Moscow Format pursues two strategic objectives: political (anti-unilateralism with the U.S.) and security (counter-terrorism). The current government benefits from political (legitimization), economic (utilization of economic mechanisms), and security opportunities within this framework. This study employed an explanatory method and data collection through library research using scholarly articles and reputable news agencies.

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World Politics

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 12 May 2025

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