Beijing’s engagement with Taliban-controlled Afghanistan reflects a mix of political strategy and economic interests. Balancing diplomacy, security, and investment, China aims to stabilize Afghanistan while advancing its own goals. Infrastructure projects and resource development offer economic relief, but long-term stability remains uncertain amid governance issues, regional tensions, and insurgency threats. This paper examines China’s role in shaping Afghanistan’s future and its potential for lasting stability.
An odd pairing: The relationship between China and the Taliban de facto authorities
How China’s political approach toward the Taliban and its investment shape Afghanistan’s development and stability