dailyloe.com – China announced a diplomatic breakthrough after hosting peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The week-long negotiations in Urumqi aimed to halt cross-border fighting that began in February. Both nations agreed not to escalate the conflict further.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning detailed the agreement on Wednesday. She stated the parties will explore a comprehensive solution to their issues. They also committed to continuing their dialogue.
The talks acknowledged terrorism as the core issue affecting bilateral relations. This conflict has resulted in hundreds of casualties since it started. Pakistan had previously declared it was in ‘open war’ with Afghanistan.
Pakistan conducted airstrikes inside Afghanistan, including in the capital Kabul. The United Nations reports the fighting displaced 94,000 people. Another 100,000 people in two Afghan border districts were also affected.
Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry called the talks constructive on Tuesday. The negotiations were held at China’s invitation to mediate the dispute. All parties agreed to avoid actions complicating the situation.
This mediation highlights China’s growing diplomatic role in regional conflicts. The agreement marks a tentative step towards stability. Future dialogue will focus on the priority issues identified in Urumqi.[]
Source: NBC News
