Russia becomes first country to recognise Afghanistan’s Taliban regime. Will China follow? - Experts monitoring the Taliban’s new diplomacy push in Asia say China could follow suit, paving the way for wider recognition of the militant group and ending its pariah status on the world stage.

Russia has become the first country to formally recognise Taliban rule, with Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi calling it a "courageous" decision. He met Russia's ambassador to Afghanistan,

By bnm Gulf bureau Russia has become the first country to officially recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan, with the Islamic Emirate calling it a 'brave decision' that will serve as an example for others,