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China both worries and hopes as US departs Afghanistan
BEIJING (AP) — In the U.S. departure from Afghanistan, China has seen the realization of long-held hopes for a reduction of the influence of a geopolitical rival in what it considers its backyard. Yet, it is also deeply concerned that the very withdrawal could bring risk and instability to that backyard — Central Asia — and possibly even spill over their narrow, remote border into China itself and the heavily Muslim northwestern region of Xinjiang.
Opinion | In Afghanistan, China Is Ready to Step Into the Void
The U.S. is gone, the Taliban are back, and China is ready at the door.
China’s Warm Welcome for Afghanistan's Taliban Sparks Backlash at Home
China is struggling at home to sell the Taliban as a suitable partner for a country waging a war on alleged Islamic extremism, as it prepares to embrace an Afghanistan led by the militant group.
Xi’s Grand Vision Meets China’s Listless Youth
For all the trouble President Xi Jinping faces with the U.S. and its allies, he has another problem at home that could derail his grand plans for China: unmotivated young people.
Afghanistan May Turn China's Belt and Road Into a $282 Billion Creditor Trap
The danger comes from instability in Pakistan, where Beijing banks has invested heavily. The Chinese still have nightmares about a major miscalculation in Venezuela.
Taliban takeover spurs Afghanistan’s neighbours to consider alliances
Following the Taliban’s takeover of Kabul, Beijing has identified stopping conflict spilling into its far western region of Xinjiang as a top priority.
US senator deletes erroneous Taiwan tweet blasted by Chinese media
Lawmaker John Cornyn was called a ‘dotard’ after incorrectly posting that the US has 30,000 troops stationed on the island ‘today’.
Fall of Kabul sparks diplomatic flurry from big players US, China, Russia
Concerns about Afghan projects and terrorism spilling over to Xinjiang may make Beijing pursue a stronger relationship with the Taliban, observers say.
Turmoil in Afghanistan binding China and Russia even closer
Western efforts to divide ‘trustworthy, reliable and invincible’ partners will not succeed, Chinese foreign minister says of Russia ties.
China blames US over Afghanistan, but says will work with it
BEIJING (AP) — China has expressed a willingness to hold talks with the U.S. to promote a “soft landing” in Afghanistan, while heavily criticizing Washington and again demanding that the Biden administration halt its attacks on China.
China ‘willing’ to work with US on Afghanistan, but calls for pressures to ease
In a flurry of diplomatic calls, Washington’s Secretary of State Antony Blinken secured Beijing’s support for cooperation, but not at any price.
Chinese workers in Pakistan live in fear of another terrorist attack
Growing insurgencies in Pakistan, the Taliban’s march on neighbouring Afghanistan, and poor security at their camps are reportedly contributing to the atmosphere of fear.
U.S. Asks Taliban to Spare Its Embassy in Coming Fight for Kabul
The demand seeks to stave off an evacuation of the embassy by dangling aid to future Afghan governments — even one that includes the Taliban.
China tipped to push US on Afghan stability at Doha meeting
Beijing is concerned about the turmoil in Afghanistan posing a security threat to its Xinjiang region and investments in Central Asia.
Chinese, Russian militaries hold drills in northwest China
BEIJING (AP) — Chinese and Russian troops have engaged in joint exercises in northwestern China in a sign of growing military ties between Moscow and Beijing amid shared concerns over the instability in Afghanistan.
China-Pakistan cooperation in Afghanistan stokes concern in India
While observers agree that China can provide stability in Afghanistan, a former Indian diplomat says New Delhi is worried that Beijing’s focus on investments and economic development will leave Islamabad with greater influence over security affairs.
China calls on US to step up and take responsibility in Afghanistan
Beijing stresses strong ties with Kabul and urges Washington to stop ‘terrorist forces’ expanding and promote peace and reconciliation in the region.
China, Afghanistan top Blinken agenda on India, Kuwait trip
WASHINGTON (AP) — Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to India and Kuwait next week for talks on China, the coronavirus and Afghanistan, the State Department said Friday. The trip comes as the Biden administration seeks to shore up U.S.
China names Afghanistan special envoy as it prepares to play greater role
The appointment of Yue Xiaoyong comes amid growing concern about instability once the last American forces leave the country.
