Kazan Forum 2025: Russia courts Islamic world as Taliban sends its first delegation

While President Trump signed deals with Gulf partners, Putin courted partnerships among the world’s Muslim nations in an attempt to reshape global trade dynamics.

The Taliban's delegation preparing to depart for the 16th International Kazan Forum, May 17, 2025.

The Taliban's delegation preparing to depart for the 16th International Kazan Forum, May 17, 2025.

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ByARSHAD MEHMOOD / THE MEDIA LINE

MAY 21, 2025 05:10

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