Looking for Legitimacy: The Taliban's Diplomacy Campaign.

This article discusses the Taliban's shift from an insurgent group to a diplomatic entity. The Taliban has been engaging in diplomatic meetings with numerous countries in an attempt to gain international recognition for its rule in Afghanistan. While no government has officially recognized the Taliban, the group has gained de facto recognition through noncommittal acts and calls for recognition from certain countries. The Taliban has held diplomatic meetings with over 80 countries, primarily in Kabul and Doha, Qatar. Western countries have engaged with the Taliban at multilateral events, while China has had the most frequent meetings with Taliban officials. The Taliban's engagement with foreign countries has expanded in recent years, indicating its integration into the international system. The group has actively participated in international forums and organizations to strengthen its ties with the international Islamic community. These efforts have led to the establishment of Afghanistan's Regional Cooperation Initiative, which includes countries like China, India, Iran, Russia, and Turkey. While some countries have reopened their embassies in Kabul, recognition of the Taliban as the legitimate government is still pending. Nonetheless, the Taliban's engagement with over 80 countries suggests a level of normalization within the international system. [Extracted from the article]