China hails Türkiye and Qatar for mediating Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire

China has praised Türkiye and Qatar for their diplomatic role in brokering a ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan, calling the agreement a major step toward regional peace and stability.

The truce, reached on Sunday in Doha, follows weeks of heightened border tensions and marks a rare moment of cooperation between the two neighbors.

At a press briefing in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said China “welcomes the ceasefire between the two nations and commends the contributions of the relevant countries,” in reference to Türkiye and Qatar. He described both Pakistan and Afghanistan as “traditional, friendly neighbors” of China and stressed that dialogue remains key to lasting stability.

Guo added that China “hopes from the bottom of its heart” that the two sides will continue to resolve disputes peacefully and pledged that Beijing is ready to play a constructive role in supporting ongoing efforts toward reconciliation.

The ceasefire agreement sets the stage for further negotiations, with the next round of talks scheduled in Istanbul on October 25. Türkiye is expected to maintain its mediating role as the two countries work toward building a framework for sustained peace and cooperation in the region.