Pakistan and Afghan Taliban high-level delegations have departed from Islamabad and Kabul for Beijing to participate in important talks being hosted in China. The main agenda of these discussions includes cross-border terrorism, a potential ceasefire, and issues related to border security.
According to sources, the delegations from both sides are being led by senior officials from their respective Ministries of Foreign Affairs, while representatives from the Ministries of Defense and other sensitive security institutions are also part of the teams. The talks, being hosted by China, aim to reduce rising tensions in the region and develop a sustainable framework for border management.
According to HTN sources, the Afghan delegation is being represented at this key meeting by officials of the Islamic Emirate, including Mohammad Wasiq and Abdul Hai Qani from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The delegation also includes Arifullah from the Ministry of Interior, Rohullah Omar from the Ministry of Defense, and Yahya Takal from the General Directorate of Intelligence.
On the other hand, the Pakistani delegation also comprises senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defense, and security institutions, who will engage in discussions on border-related matters and recent tensions.
It is worth noting that in recent months, relations between the two countries have cooled following an increase in border clashes and incidents of terrorism. Diplomatic observers consider these talks highly significant, as Beijing’s trilateral mechanism provides a credible platform for both sides to address their security concerns. It is expected that Pakistan’s concerns regarding the TTP, as well as issues related to cross-border movement, will be discussed in detail during the visit.
