Multiple requests have been made for Indian goods to be transported to Afghanistan by land, but Pakistan has consistently rejected these demands.

The US has extended India's sanctions waiver for the Iran Chabahar Port until early next year. This important port supports India's regional connectivity goals, offering key access to Afghanistan and Central Asia.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi supports India’s investment in Chabahar Port, Iran’s only ocean port on the Sea of Oman, and believes it could strengthen trade relations with Central Asia, according to an official.