In a major geopolitical breakthrough, China has brokered the restoration of full diplomatic ties between Afghanistan and Pakistan, ending years of hostility and border skirmishes. The landmark agreement, sealed quietly in Beijing, also invites Afghanistan to join the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) — a key Belt and Road project.
The trilateral deal marks a strategic win for China, allowing it to deepen regional influence, protect its infrastructure investments, and present itself as a credible peace broker.
Security and Stability at the Core
Beijing’s push came after repeated militant attacks targeting Chinese workers in Pakistan. In response, the Taliban-led Afghan government has pledged that Afghan territory will not be used to stage cross-border attacks. Both Pakistan and China have welcomed the assurances, although analysts remain skeptical about enforcement amid internal Taliban divisions.
Economic Lifeline for Kabul
With sanctions strangling its economy, Afghanistan sees Chinese investment as a critical opportunity. Taliban officials have voiced optimism about job creation and regional connectivity through rail, road, and energy projects linked to CPEC.
Strategic Realignment
China’s intervention is part of a larger global strategy to fill power vacuums left by the West. As Beijing ramps up mediation initiatives worldwide, this deal cements its role as a new power center in South Asian diplomacy.
