Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan to Meet in Beijing

Islamabad: The Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan are set to hold a trilateral meeting in Beijing to discuss regional stability, trade cooperation, and security. This high-level diplomatic engagement aims to strengthen collaboration among the three neighboring countries amid evolving regional dynamics.

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will depart for Beijing tomorrow (May 19) on an official visit at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Their bilateral talks are scheduled for the same day. The spokesperson of Pakistan’s Foreign Office confirmed that Ishaq Dar’s visit will take place from May 19 to 21.

Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi is expected to arrive in China on May 20 to participate in the trilateral meeting. Key topics on the agenda include enhancing mutual trade, expanding security cooperation, and assessing the broader regional situation, especially in light of recent tensions between Pakistan and India.

The meeting will also review the current state of Pakistan-China relations, focusing on bilateral cooperation and the strategic partnership between the two nations. Both foreign ministers will examine peace and stability in South Asia and exchange views on major global and regional developments.

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This visit reflects the ongoing high-level engagement between Islamabad and Beijing and underscores the commitment of both countries to deepening their strategic alliance.