China has called on Afghanistan and Pakistan to resolve their growing border dispute through dialogue and diplomatic channels, as clashes between their security forces entered a seventh day and left more than 160 people dead or injured, according to the United Nations.
China’s ambassador to Afghanistan raised concerns over the escalating violence and urged both sides to pursue diplomatic solutions as cross-border fighting continues.
According to a statement from Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Chinese Ambassador Zhao Xing met Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to discuss regional security and bilateral relations.
The ministry said the envoy stressed that stability in the region is in the shared interest of neighbouring countries.
Highlighting Beijing’s position, Zhao said: “China views regional stability as being in the shared interest of all countries.”
He added that disputes should be resolved through diplomatic means, warning that “certain external actors are attempting to undermine regional stability and development”.
However, Zhao said regional countries could counter such influence through cooperation, adding that “regional countries can neutralise such negative effects through coordination and cooperation”.
Muttaqi reaffirmed Kabul’s diplomatic approach and emphasised respect for sovereignty.
According to the ministry’s statement, he said Afghanistan seeks relations based on “mutual respect, non-interference and good neighbourliness”.
He also stressed that respect for Afghanistan’s territorial integrity is essential for broader regional security.
“Respect for Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity remains essential for regional stability and confidence-building,” Muttaqi said, warning that actions inconsistent with these principles could undermine regional security.
The diplomatic meeting comes as clashes between Afghan and Pakistani forces continue along their border.
The latest escalation began after Pakistan carried out air strikes inside Afghanistan, saying the operation targeted militants linked to Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Afghanistan’s authorities condemned the strikes as a violation of their sovereignty. Afghan defence forces later launched what they described as retaliatory attacks on Pakistani security posts.
According to the United Nations, the fighting has left more than 160 people dead or injured and forced tens of thousands of civilians to flee their homes.
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