Afghan Foreign Minister Describes Talks with Pakistan in China as Constructive
KABUL (Afghan Verified) — Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi stated that peace talks with Pakistan held in Urumqi, China, have been constructive so far and expressed hope that minor issues will not hinder progress.
Muttaqi made the remarks during a meeting in Kabul with Chinese Ambassador Zhao Xing, where he thanked China for hosting the negotiations and praised mediation efforts by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. He emphasized the Islamic Emirate's defensive stance amid tensions and commitment to dialogue based on mutual respect while defending territorial integrity.
The talks aim to address cross-border fighting that erupted in February, which according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has displaced 94,000 people overall and cut off 100,000 more in two Afghan border districts, AP News reported. Pakistan's military has vowed to continue counterterrorism operations until militant safe havens are eliminated, AP added.
Afghanistan International reported that Pakistan presented three conditions for any agreement: recognition of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan as terrorists, dismantling of their safe havens in Afghanistan and provision of documentary evidence.
Hasht-e Subh reported that Pakistani military attacks in Afghanistan have killed dozens and displaced thousands.
All outlets described the discussions positively, with Muttaqi noting beneficial progress and a supportive international role.
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Where reports agree
- Peace talks occurring in Urumqi, China, between Afghanistan/Taliban and Pakistan.
- Amir Khan Muttaqi met Chinese Ambassador Zhao Xing in Kabul.
- Muttaqi thanked China for hosting and Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, UAE for mediation.
- Talks described positively (constructive/good/beneficial).
- Afghanistan emphasizes defensive stance and continuation of dialogue based on mutual respect.
Where reports differ
- Specifics of conflict background (e.g., start date February, hundreds dead, airstrikes in Kabul per AP; dozens killed/thousands displaced per Hasht-e Subh).
- Pakistan's conditions for agreement (reported only by Afghanistan International).
- UN displacement figures (only AP).
- Pakistan military statements vowing continued operations (only AP).
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