China has welcomed the temporary ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan, describing it as a positive move toward regional peace and stability.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed readiness to play a constructive role in fostering better relations between the two neighbouring countries.
A spokesperson for the ministry said Beijing was closely monitoring the situation and commended both sides for showing restraint in recent days. The statement emphasized that China will “continue to support peace efforts and contribute to stability in the region.”
Call for restraint, constructive dialogue
The Chinese Foreign Ministry urged both Pakistan and Afghanistan to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could undermine the fragile ceasefire.
“We hope both sides will take practical steps for a complete and lasting ceasefire,” the spokesperson said, calling for continued dialogue and cooperation to resolve outstanding issues through peaceful means.
China highlighted that sustained communication and mutual understanding were vital for preventing further escalation and ensuring long-term security along the shared border.
China’s role in regional peace efforts
Reaffirming its stance as a regional stabilizer, China said it was ready to play a constructive role in supporting the continuous improvement of Pak-Afghan relations.
Beijing reiterated that a peaceful and stable Afghanistan aligns with the interests of all neighbouring countries and is essential for advancing regional connectivity projects, including the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
“China will provide all possible support for peace and stability in the region,” the ministry said, noting that Beijing remains committed to working with both countries to maintain dialogue and reduce tensions.
The government of Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire, effective from 6pm on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had announced the day before. The decision was made at the request of the Afghan Taliban regime and finalized through mutual consent, following several days of heightened border tensions between the two sides.
Ceasefire reached through mutual understanding
In a statement, the Foreign Office said that the two sides have agreed to halt hostilities for 48 hours to allow for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing issues through diplomatic engagement.
“A ceasefire has been decided by mutual consent between the Government of Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime for the next 48 hours from 6 p.m. today, at the request of the Taliban,” the statement read.
Focus on constructive talks and lasting solution
The ministry further noted that during the ceasefire period, both sides would make sincere efforts to find a positive and lasting solution to the conflict through constructive dialogue.
