China Steps In as Mediator Between Pakistan and Afghanistan

China directly mediating between Pakistan and Afghanistan – Foreign Ministry

3/16/2026, 12:40:31 PM en source ↗
Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions

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China's special envoy on Afghan affairs has been shuttling between Kabul and Islamabad in an active mediation effort between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Beijing's Foreign Ministry confirmed that China is directly facilitating ceasefire talks between the two neighbouring countries. The move underscores China's growing role as a regional power broker in South and Central Asia.

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