Yue Xiaoyong, Chinese Special Representative for Afghanistan, said that he has discussed Afghanistan with Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.

Xiaoyong said that both sides stressed on enhancing engagement and cooperation for peace and stability in Afghanistan.

On Monday, the Chinese Special Envoy on social media platform X, said that both the countries should also work for sustainable peace and reconstruction of Afghanistan.

Qatar and China have not recognised the Taliban government, but both countries enjoy close ties with the group.

China's Special Representative for Afghanistan Affairs has also assured that Beijing has no intention or plan to recognise the Taliban.