India and Afghanistan today exchanged views on various facets of the bilateral strategic partnership and regional and global issues of mutual interest. <br/><br/>National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, who is on a visit to Afghanistan met counterpart Hanif Atmar in Kabul. <br/><br/>They emphasized that bilateral and regional cooperation is important for peace, security and stability in the region. Both sides welcomed the opportunities created by the new US strategy for bringing peace and security to Afghanistan. <br/><br/>It was agreed to further strengthen strategic dialogue and consultations for achieving the shared objectives. <br/><br/>Mr. Doval also called on President Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Dr Abdullah Abdullah. <br/><br/>During his meeting, the NSA also extended invitation on behalf of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to President Ashraf Ghani to visit India which was accepted.