Taliban fighters take control of Afghanistan’s presidential palace in Kabul. Photo: AP
Taliban fighters take control of Afghanistan’s presidential palace in Kabul. Photo: AP
Afghanistan
China /  Diplomacy

Risks and opportunities for China in Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan

  • As the world criticises chaotic US withdrawal, Beijing has strengthened its border with the country and met Taliban leaders
  • The main concerns are that instability could spill into the Xinjiang region and hurt belt and road investments

Sarah ZhengKinling Lo
Sarah Zheng in Beijingand Kinling Lo in Washington

Updated: 5:44am, 17 Aug, 2021

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Taliban fighters take control of Afghanistan’s presidential palace in Kabul. Photo: AP
Taliban fighters take control of Afghanistan’s presidential palace in Kabul. Photo: AP
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