A Chinese official said in his speech that they will recognize the Taliban after a fundamental change
The spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that in order for Beijing to recognize the Taliban government; This group must fundamentally change the way they govern.
Wang Wenbin said on the 14th of London that the diplomatic recognition of the Taliban government requires the implementation of “political reforms”.
He added; Before the Taliban government can be fully recognized diplomatically, it must improve internal security and improve relations with its neighbors.
Maintain diplomatic relations with China
Beijing still does not recognize the Taliban government; However, they have maintained diplomatic relations with the Taliban, and officials from both sides hold official visits.
Wang Wenbin said: “We hope that the Taliban will pay more attention to the wishes of the international community, create an open and inclusive political structure, and choose moderate and stable domestic and
yesforeign policies in order to join the international community.”
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He also said: “China has asked the Taliban to strictly fight terrorism and live in harmony with all the countries of the world, especially neighboring countries, and join the world community as soon as possible.”
Expulsion of China from the international community
In response to the question whether China now recognizes the government of the Taliban? The spokesperson of the Chinese Foreign Ministry said: “China always believes that Afghanistan should not be excluded from the international community”.
But since the Taliban gained power in Afghanistan, no country has recognized the rule of this group.
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On the other hand, a few days ago, China accepted Bilal Karimi as an official ambassador based on the letter of credence he submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China. Also, a few months ago, the Chinese ambassador to Afghanistan The Taliban presented the letter to the officials that this diplomatic alias means recognition, but despite this, the Chinese officials say that they do not recognize the Taliban.
