Analysis
China's Strategic Diplomacy: Easing Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions, Protecting its Interests
Following diplomatic efforts in Doha and Istanbul in late 2025, and a subsequent Saudi-led initiative, Pakistan and Afghanistan held a third round of largely discreet negotiations in Urumqi, Xinjiang, aimed at easing severe border tensions. The talks, described by China's foreign ministry spokesperson as "informal," ran from April 1 to 7 and were mediated by Beijing, marking a renewed push for regional stability.Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian announced the consultations in an off... Read More



