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China Brokers Peace Talks Between Afghanistan and Pakistan

3/17/2026

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China Mediates Conflict

China mediates between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid escalating conflict.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian emphasized dialogue and restraint after phone calls with Afghan officials.
China's Special Envoy on Afghan Affairs, Yue Xiaoyong, has conducted shuttle diplomacy, meeting leaders from Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Both Afghanistan and Pakistan have expressed gratitude for China's mediation.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned that force would complicate the situation and stressed cooperation for stability.

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Pakistan Launches Airstrikes

Air strikes by Pakistan in Kabul on March 16, 2026 killed at least 400 and injured 250, according to Taliban officials.
Pakistan denied targeting a drug rehabilitation center, saying the strikes hit military installations.
The conflict has escalated since February, with Pakistan declaring open war against the Taliban and China seeking mediation.
World Food Programme (WFP) has begun delivering aid as trade remains halted and about 115,000 people are displaced.

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China Mediates Conflict

China mediates between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid escalating conflict.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian emphasized dialogue and restraint after phone calls with Afghan officials.
China's Special Envoy on Afghan Affairs, Yue Xiaoyong, has conducted shuttle diplomacy, meeting leaders from Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Both Afghanistan and Pakistan have expressed gratitude for China's mediation.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned that force would complicate the situation and stressed cooperation for stability.

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