Taliban more 'clear-eyed and rational' than ever before: China
BEIJING: China on Thursday said it was in talks with the Taliban and called for an "objective decision" on their actions after seizing power in Afghanistan, saying the militant group was more "clear-sighted and rational". "It appears that they will live up to their promises, including the protection of women's rights.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said that although the situation was not completely clear, it was believed that "the Afghan Taliban will not repeat the past and now they are clearer and more rational than their last principle." Are ".
"In fact, the rapid resolution in the country shows that there is a lack of objective judgment in this situation and the failure to properly understand public opinion in Afghanistan, especially some Western countries, should learn from it," he said.
Taliban leaders and their spokesmen have openly said that the militant group will work to solve the problems facing the people, fulfill their aspirations and try to form an open, comprehensive Islamic government. In the media briefing, he asked whether China should negotiate with the Taliban and recognize the Beijing government.
"In fact, we are speaking out of respect for the country's sovereignty and the will of the various factions. China has maintained contacts and contacts with the Afghan Taliban over the past two days, following major changes in Afghanistan," Hua said. .
On Wednesday, China said it would decide to expand the Taliban's diplomatic presence in Afghanistan only after the formation of a government in the country, which it hoped would be "open, comprehensive and widely represented."
In his media briefing on Thursday, Hua gave a positive assessment of the Taliban by Beijing, which was seen here as an attempt to recognize the formation of a Taliban government.
The Taliban has also said it is committed to equality for all, eliminates discrimination and pardons former government employees, and protects women's freedom of speech, employment and educational rights. Asked if Beijing would demand the protection of women's rights, unlike the group when the group was in power 20 years ago, he said:
The Taliban also said they would take responsible action to protect Afghan citizens and foreign missions and would like to establish good relations with other countries.
He also said he would not allow terrorist groups to use Afghan territory to threaten other countries.
We acknowledged the behavior of the Afghan Taliban after Russian and other political leaders and the international media entered Kabul. He thinks it is good, positive and practical.
"We hope that they (the Taliban) will follow through on the positive statement of alliance with other political parties and ethnic groups through dialogue and consultation to create a political framework that is in line with national realities," Hua said. Be broad and comprehensive. Facts and people's support, "he said.
"We hope that it will pursue a moderate and sensible national and foreign policy, prevent terrorism and criminal activity, and ensure smooth transition so that people can be free from war and have lasting peace," he said. To establish. "
He said the confrontation in Afghanistan has escalated and the United States has left more issues behind so that peace and reconstruction will not be easy.
"We hope that the international community will encourage all factions and ethnic groups in Afghanistan to join in solidarity and cooperation and open a new chapter," he said.
"We need to hear the words and see the action," he said, citing reports of people distrusting the Taliban's promise of good behavior.
"If we don't keep up with the times and ignore the changing circumstances and stick to stereotypes, we won't be able to come to a conclusion based on reality," he said.
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