China Urges Afghanistan-Pakistan Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions

Wang Yi Calls for Talks Between Afghanistan and Pakistan

BEIJING: (Web Desk) – Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Afghanistan and Pakistan to resolve their disputes through dialogue and consultation rather than force, according to a statement published by China’s Foreign Ministry on Friday and reported by 24NewsHD.

During a phone call with his Afghan counterpart Amir Khan Muttaqi, Wang emphasized that both countries should remain calm, exercise restraint, and hold face-to-face talks as soon as possible. He also called for an immediate ceasefire and warned that further use of force would only complicate the situation and heighten tensions.

China Urges Afghanistan and Pakistan to Resolve Tensions Through Talks

The statement followed Pakistan’s recent bombing of a fuel depot belonging to private airline Kam Air near Kandahar Airport, escalating concerns about regional stability.

Wang and Muttaqi also discussed the situation in Iran, with Wang expressing China’s willingness to work with the international community, including Afghanistan, to promote peace and stability in Iran.

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