Joint Statement during the visit of President of Afghanistan

• The Indian side reiterated its long term commitment to the reconstruction and development of Afghanistan, and to the efforts of the Government of Afghanistan under President Karzai's leadership to build a strong, independent, democratic, peaceful and prosperous nation. 
• Leaders agreed that the strategic partnership between India and Afghanistan is a positive factor for peace and stability in the region. In this context, the two leaders also discussed the common threat faced by both their societies from terrorism. They agreed that this ran counter to the aspiration of their peoples. 
• President Karzai expressed gratitude of the Afghan people for the assistance provided by India over the years. He underlined the need for the two countries to work together in close cooperation in the interest of the people of the two countries and stability in the region at large. 
• Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh accepted an invitation from President Karzai to visit Afghanistan at an early date.