The foreign ministers of China and Pakistan have called for stronger measures to prevent terrorist organisations from using Afghan territory to carry out attacks against other countries.
They described militancy emanating from Afghanistan a serious threat to regional and global security.
In a joint statement, Wang Yi and Mohammad Ishaq Dar urged the adoption of “concrete and verifiable” steps to dismantle and eliminate all terrorist groups operating from Afghanistan.
The statement was issued following Dar’s visit to Beijing for the seventh round of the China–Pakistan foreign ministers’ strategic dialogue, held from January 3 to 5.
The two sides said they would maintain close communication and coordination on Afghanistan-related issues and work together to address shared security concerns.
China and Pakistan also said they would cooperate with the international community to encourage the Taliban to establish an inclusive political framework, pursue moderate policies, prioritise economic development and adhere to the principles of good neighbourliness.
China has maintained close engagement with the Taliban since their return to power in 2021. Relations between Islamabad and Kabul, however, have recently deteriorated, with Pakistan accusing the Afghan Taliban of providing sanctuary to fighters from Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, or TTP.
The Taliban have repeatedly denied the allegations, saying they do not allow Afghan territory to be used to threaten other countries.
