The Foreign Office has reaffirmed that Pakistan and China remain reliable partners and close friends. Officials also confirmed recent diplomatic engagements between the two countries, including discussions on Afghanistan and regional stability.
Speaking at a media briefing, the Foreign Office spokesperson emphasized the strength of the relationship between Pakistan and China.
The spokesperson said the two countries are reliable partners and close friends, highlighting the long-standing cooperation between the neighboring nations.
According to the spokesperson, regular and close contacts continue on all matters of mutual interest and common concern.
Rejects speculation about relations
The Foreign Office also responded to what it described as unnecessary speculation regarding Pakistan-China relations. The spokesperson said it is unjustified to make unnecessary speculations or distort facts about the ties between the two countries.
Officials stressed that the relationship between Pakistan and China remains strong and continues to develop through regular diplomatic engagement.
Dar holds phone call with Chinese counterpart
The spokesperson confirmed that Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar recently held a telephone conversation with the Chinese foreign minister.
During the call, the two leaders discussed several regional matters, including developments in Afghanistan. The discussion reflected the ongoing coordination between Islamabad and Beijing on regional issues.
The spokesperson added that the situation in Afghanistan has been a key topic in diplomatic engagements between the two countries. He noted that this issue was also discussed during the recent visit of China’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Yu Xiaoyong.
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According to the Foreign Office, regional peace and stability were among the main topics discussed during Yu Xiaoyong’s visit.
The spokesperson said that the Afghan issue had already been addressed in last Thursday’s briefing, where officials confirmed that the matter was discussed during diplomatic interactions.
He reiterated that Pakistan and China maintain continuous consultation on regional developments, particularly those affecting stability in Afghanistan and the broader region.
A couple of days ago, China had urged Afghanistan and Pakistan to resolve their disputes through dialogue and consultation, warning that the continued use of force could worsen tensions and threaten regional stability.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi had made the remarks during a phone call with Afghanistan’s acting foreign minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi, according to a statement released by China’s foreign ministry.
During the conversation, Wang stressed that the issues between Afghanistan and Pakistan could only be resolved through dialogue and consultation, not military action.
He had urged both sides to remain calm, exercise restraint, and hold face-to-face talks as soon as possible, adding that an immediate ceasefire was essential to prevent the situation from escalating further.
