China Mediates Afghanistan-Pakistan Conflict
Analysis based on 12 articles · First reported Mar 14, 2026 · Last updated Mar 14, 2026
The ongoing conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan, despite China's mediation efforts, creates regional instability, potentially impacting trade routes and investment in the region. The bombing of Kam Air's fuel depot highlights direct risks to private sector operations.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone call with his Afghan counterpart Amir Khan Muttaqi, urging Afghanistan and Pakistan to resolve their disputes through dialogue and consultation, not force. Wang Yi called for calm, restraint, face-to-face talks, and an immediate ceasefire, emphasizing that further use of force would only complicate the situation. This diplomatic intervention follows Pakistan's bombing of a fuel depot belonging to private airline Kam Air near Afghanistan's Kandahar airport, escalating the conflict. The two foreign ministers also exchanged views on the situation in Iran, with Wang Yi stating China's willingness to work with the international community, including Afghanistan, to bring peace to Iran.
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