Bejing(The COW News Digital)China has stepped forward for the first time to address the growing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, urging both countries to pursue dialogue and diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation. The statement comes amid a series of cross-border incidents that have heightened uncertainty along one of the region’s most sensitive frontiers.
During a briefing in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiacun said that Pakistan and Afghanistan are “traditional and friendly neighbours” of China, and that stability in their relationship is crucial for the broader region. He emphasized that both sides should “resolve differences through consultation” and avoid actions that could inflame hostilities or undermine the fragile calm that currently exists.
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According to the spokesperson, China is ready to play a constructive role and is willing to work alongside the international community to support efforts aimed at improving relations between Islamabad and Kabul. Guo stressed that Beijing’s position is consistent with its long-standing foreign policy, which prioritizes cooperation, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
The Chinese statement follows a week in which border clashes were reported between Pakistani and Afghan security forces. Although both sides have since observed a ceasefire, no breakthrough has emerged from the recent rounds of discussions. Pakistan and Afghanistan have already held meetings in Doha, Istanbul, and Riyadh, but diplomats familiar with the talks say progress remains limited, with significant gaps on border management, counterterrorism cooperation, and movement across crossing points.
Analysts view China’s latest offer as a sign of its increasing diplomatic engagement in South and Central Asia, particularly given its economic stakes in the region. Beijing’s connectivity and investment initiatives, including key infrastructure routes linking western China to Pakistan and beyond, rely heavily on a stable regional environment. Observers believe China is positioning itself as a potential mediator at a time when trust between Islamabad and Kabul remains fragile.
While neither Pakistan nor Afghanistan has formally responded to the Chinese offer, officials in both capitals acknowledge that tensions cannot be sustained indefinitely without risking broader instability. Regional experts say that China’s involvement may help ease mistrust, but any long-term solution would ultimately require direct political will from both countries to address their security concerns and commit to confidence-building arrangements.
With border tensions still simmering, China’s diplomatic message serves as a reminder that stability in the region hinges on meaningful dialogue and sustained engagement between the two neighbours.
