Taliban FM Discusses Pakistan Clashes With China’s Ambassador
Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Taliban’s foreign minister, held talks with China's ambassador, Zhao Xing on the security situation and the ongoing conflict with Pakistan.
According to a statement from the Taliban Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Muttaqi said respect for Afghanistan’s national sovereignty is a fundamental principle and warned that any violation could affect regional stability.
He said the Taliban seeks relations with regional countries based on mutual respect, non-interference and good neighbourly ties. Any action against Afghanistan’s sovereignty, he added, would negatively affect bilateral and regional relations.
The Taliban said the Chinese ambassador expressed concern over the current regional situation and stressed that China considers regional stability beneficial for all countries.
Zhao also expressed hope that differences between the Taliban and Pakistan could be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. According to the Taliban statement, he said some foreign actors were attempting to undermine regional stability and progress, but regional countries could counter such efforts through coordination and cooperation.
