CHINA-AFGHANISTAN: CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY'S INITIAL COMMENT ON TAKEOVER OF KABUL BY TALIBAN IS BRIEF AND CAUTIOUS
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The People's Daily (August 16) reported the cautious and short statement of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) spokesperson Hua Chunying that China will respect the choice and will of the Afghan people. Hua Chunying said, “The situation in Afghanistan has already undergone a major transformation and we respect the wishes and choices of the Afghan people.” Referring to the safety of Chinese assets and personnel, Hua Chunying added “China looks forward to these commitments being realised to ensure a peaceful transition in Afghanistan where all terrorism and criminal acts will be contained.”
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