DID Press: Afghanistan and Pakistan have reached an agreement to rapidly reduce border tensions and improve bilateral relations, Chinese authorities announced. The accord is part of China’s efforts to prevent a wider regional security crisis and bring both sides back to sustained dialogue.
According to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Beijing has been in contact with both Kabul and Islamabad through diplomatic and security channels in recent weeks to facilitate the necessary dialogue.
The statement emphasized that stability along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border is critical for regional security and joint economic projects, including the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Regional sources reported that the agreement was reached after several rounds of intensive negotiations in Urumqi, where security and diplomatic delegations discussed crisis management, preventing escalation, and establishing immediate communication mechanisms.
China noted that both sides have demonstrated “willingness to de-escalate” and stressed the importance of avoiding further clashes. This diplomatic progress comes after months of heightened cross-border fire exchanges, airstrikes, and tensions—the highest level in recent years.
Regional analysts say Beijing seeks a more active mediation role in nearby crises, as instability along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border could threaten China’s investments and trade routes.
Despite this initial agreement, it remains unclear how Kabul and Islamabad will manage deeper disputes, particularly regarding Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) activities and the Durand Line issue. Nonetheless, China hopes the accord will prevent further escalation and pave the way for broader dialogue.