Representatives from China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan concluded a week-long informal meeting in Urumqi, located in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, on April 7. The discussions, organized under China's mediation, focused on enhancing regional security and addressing bilateral tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning confirmed the meeting on April 9, noting that delegations from all three countries included officials from foreign affairs, defense, and security departments. The talks emphasized a "problem-focused, result-oriented" approach to resolving disputes, with participants acknowledging the critical role of dialogue in stabilizing South Asia.
Afghan and Pakistani representatives reaffirmed their commitment to neighborly relations, describing their bond as "Muslim brothers." All parties recognized the urgency of addressing terrorism as a core challenge impacting bilateral ties. The "Urumqi process" was highlighted as a framework for future cooperation, with plans to maintain trilateral communication on security and development priorities.
China reiterated its support for a comprehensive solution to Afghanistan-Pakistan disputes, balancing immediate concerns with long-term regional stability goals. The meeting underscored shared interests in countering terrorism and fostering economic collaboration amid global geopolitical shifts.
