BEIJING, SANA-
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Pei reiterated that the United States and its allies from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization “NATO” bear the responsibility for the current situation in Afghanistan, pointing out that its two-decade presence in this country has not led to the eradication of terrorism or even the situation limit to its growth.
"The United States and its allies should draw important lessons, bear the necessary responsibility for the situation in Afghanistan, and provide aid to this country after the Taliban returned to Afghanistan," Xinhua quoted the Chinese minister as saying during his video conference at the foreign ministers' meeting of Afghanistan's neighbors in Beijing today. Governance,” noting that its continuous presence for two decades in this country did not lead to the elimination of the forces of terrorism in this country or put an end to its growth, while the Afghan people are now facing severe hardships and a state of poverty without fulfilling their right to development and a decent life.
Wang explained that the recent developments in Afghanistan have affected the efforts to combat terrorism in the region and the world, warning at the same time that some terrorists in this country wish to infiltrate neighboring countries, which requires all parties to strengthen cooperation in ensuring border security and combating terrorist organizations that are trying to Extension to other countries.
Wang also urged the Taliban to distance itself from any terrorist forces and adopt effective measures to deter them, stressing the need for the movement to fulfill its promises, especially in terms of running the country, fighting terrorism and international cooperation.
Earlier today, China announced that it would provide an emergency aid package to Afghanistan worth $31 million.
Developments in Afghanistan accelerated after the Taliban entered the capital, Kabul, and took control of most government institutions, while the city's airport witnessed a state of chaos, with Western countries, led by the United States rushing to evacuate their nationals from the country that left it in a state of chaos and violence.