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The Foreign Ministers of China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, Wang Yi, Ishaq Dar, and Amir Khan Muttaqi, respectively, held a trilateral meeting on Wednesday (21 May) in Beijing.
Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan stand together for regional peace, stability, and development. pic.twitter.com/MX9fLJCG6L
— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) May 21, 2025
“Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan stand together for regional peace, stability, and development,” Ishaq Dar said in a post on X.
This marks Dar’s first foreign visit since India and Pakistan reached an agreement on 10 May to end a four-day conflict that followed India’s Operation Sindoor and successful military strikes on Pakistani air and military bases.
China welcomed the understanding between India and Pakistan, stating that it serves the fundamental and long-term interests of both countries and contributes to regional peace and stability.
CPEC to be extended to Afghanistan
Pakistan and China have agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan, showing their continued focus on boosting regional connectivity and economic ties, Geo news reported.
A Chinese spokeswoman avoided answering questions about reports that China gave air-defence and satellite support to Pakistan during a recent military conflict and that Chinese systems underperformed. She said such questions should be asked to the relevant authorities.
Impact Shorts
More ShortsShe gave a similar response when asked if Chinese weapons supply would be discussed during Dar’s visit.
The Chinese air force earlier denied reports that it is sending weapon supplies to Pakistan in a cargo plane.
Also, Beijing is reportedly upset over Pakistan, its close ally, rushing to senior US officials for a ceasefire with India, and Trump claiming credit for the cessation of hostilities between the two countries.
With inputs from PTI.
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