ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — China’s special envoy for Afghanistan, Yue Xiaoyong, has traveled to Pakistan to discuss regional issues and bilateral ties concerning Afghanistan, Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Monday.
During his visit, Mr. Yue held “comprehensive discussions” with Amina Baloch, Pakistan’s deputy foreign minister, and Ahmad Naseem Waraich, the deputy foreign minister for Afghanistan and West Asia, according to a statement from the ministry.
The talks focused on relations with Afghanistan, emphasizing the critical role of neighboring countries in fostering peace and stability in the region, the statement said.
The visit follows a trip by Russia’s special envoy for Afghanistan, Zamir Kabulov, who recently held talks with Pakistani officials about Afghanistan’s future.