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BEIJING, OCT 13: China’s Foreign Ministry has expressed deep concern over the recent clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, calling on both neighboring countries to exercise restraint and ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and investments in the region.
A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Beijing is closely monitoring the situation and remains in contact with both Islamabad and Kabul. “China is deeply concerned about the recent border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan,” the statement read. “We urge both sides to resolve their differences through dialogue and cooperation, avoid escalation, and jointly safeguard regional peace and stability.”
‘China sincerely hopes that both sides will focus on the broader picture, remain calm and restrained, adhere to resolving mutual concerns through dialogue and consultation, avoid escalating conflicts, and jointly maintain peace and stability in both countries and the region’, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday, commenting on the recent Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes which caused dozens of deaths.
The ministry emphasized that a large number of Chinese citizens are working and traveling in both countries and that China has made significant investments in various sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and trade. “It is the shared responsibility of both Pakistan and Afghanistan to protect Chinese nationals, institutions, and projects,” the statement added.
China has long maintained close economic and strategic ties with both countries and has been promoting regional connectivity through initiatives such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and other Belt and Road projects. The latest appeal reflects Beijing’s growing concern about security risks that could impact its interests and regional cooperation efforts.
