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China Mediates Trilateral Dialogue on Afghanistan's Security

8/22/2025

Summary

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On August 20, 2025, China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan held the sixth Foreign Ministers' Dialogue in Kabul, focusing on security cooperation and counter-terrorism.
This was the first trilateral dialogue in Afghanistan since the Taliban's rise, showcasing China's mediating role.
Key collaboration areas include economic development, trade, and extending the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan.
The dialogue seeks to stabilize regional dynamics, with a follow-up visit by Wang Yi to Pakistan planned.

History

Historical Context

The Taliban's resurgence in 2021 marked a pivotal shift in Afghanistan's geopolitical landscape, following the U.S. withdrawal after two decades of conflict. In 2025, a trilateral dialogue involving China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan aims to stabilize the region, leveraging the $62 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor to enhance connectivity and reshape security dynamics in South Asia amidst ongoing international concerns.

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Story summary

On August 20, 2025, China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan held the sixth Foreign Ministers' Dialogue in Kabul, focusing on security cooperation and counter-terrorism.
This was the first trilateral dialogue in Afghanistan since the Taliban's rise, showcasing China's mediating role.
Key collaboration areas include economic development, trade, and extending the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan.
The dialogue seeks to stabilize regional dynamics, with a follow-up visit by Wang Yi to Pakistan planned.

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