Pakistan
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Ta-liban and Neighbours; Concerns and Opportunities
Pakistan also shares the Kabul river with Afghanistan, but they don’t have a water-sharing agreement. In the past, water security had created tensions between both countries
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TTP, Kabul and Strategic Patience
Something even stronger may ensue in the coming weeks to cement the Taliban counter-terrorism commitment. Pakistani officials on the other hand expect the Taliban rulers to openly denounce TTP’s terror actions
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The Evolution of Sino-Afghanistan Ties in the Post-U.S. Withdrawal Period
The ongoing targeted attacks against Chinese nationals and assets in neighboring Pakistan have demonstrated the need to cautiously approach strategic investments in South Asia. Ultimately, a cooperative Sino-Afghanistan relationship can only accelerate if the security conditions permit greater stability in…
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Power Distribution in Taliban and China’s Role
China and Pakistan need the Taliban regime in Afghanistan to be maintained in order to promote their infrastructure and economic projects in the region. In this regard, both countries provide diplomatic and economic support to the Taliban
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Hina Khar Visits Torkham border
DID Press: Pakistan's minister of state for foreign affairs visited Torkham border between Afghanistan-Pakistan, urging ease of crossing for Afghan people with respect.
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Fixing an American mess: China, Iran, Pakistan link up to secure Afghanistan
Discord sown among Iran, Pakistan, and the Taliban government by pro-US forces has become evident. Pakistan narrowly avoided a war with the Taliban over the TTP issue, while Iran has faced serious border clashes and casualties over water rights
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Growing Threat of ISIS in Afghanistan and South Asia
ISKP’s “core” territory remains Afghanistan and Pakistan. Although ISKP first emerged as a Pakistani-dominated network, it soon focused on Afghanistan.
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Full joint Statement of Iran, Russia, China and Pakistan on Afghanistan
DID Press: The foreign ministers of Iran, Russia, China and Pakistan agreed and put out their joint statement on Afghanistan following their second informal meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
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Pak Defense Minister Stresses on Expanding Bilateral Cooperation in his Trip to Kabul
A senior Pakistani delegation led by the country’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif arrived in Kabul Wednesday and met with the second deputy of the Prime Minister.
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What did Pakistan Achieve betting on Taliban?
What to do now? The sense is that the current military leadership wanted a course correction so as the civilian dispensation. At least a decision was taken not to seek any direct talks with the TTP at this stage
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