China Urges Pakistan and Afghanistan to Hold Talks as Border Tensions Escalate

China’s State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi attends a news conference at the Government Guesthouse in Hanoi, Vietnam April 1, 2018. REUTERS/Kham

Wang Yi has urged Pakistan and the Taliban administration to resolve their growing tensions through dialogue following recent clashes along the border.

According to China’s Foreign Ministry, Wang made the call during a phone conversation with Amir Khan Muttaqi, stressing that disputes between the two sides should be addressed through consultation and negotiation.