INTERNATIONAL — April 8, 2026
Taliban Foreign Ministry: Urumqi Talks with Pakistan Held in 'Constructive' Atmosphere
The Taliban Foreign Ministry said talks with Pakistan, hosted by China in Urumqi from April 1-7, concluded in a constructive atmosphere covering bilateral relations, security and regional stability. The meeting followed recent border clashes, with China confirming an agreement to reduce tensions amid Pakistani accusations that the Taliban shelter TTP militants.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Amu TV — corroborated by Khaama Press and RTA — 2 min read

KABUL (Afghan Verified) — The Taliban Foreign Ministry announced Monday that talks between Taliban and Pakistani delegations, hosted by China in Urumqi from April 1 to 7, concluded in a "constructive" atmosphere.
The discussions focused on bilateral relations, security, and regional stability, the ministry said in a statement.
The Taliban Foreign Ministry expressed appreciation for China's role in hosting the meeting and voiced hopes for strengthened trust and cooperation between the two sides.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that the Taliban and Pakistani representatives agreed to work together to reduce tensions.
The talks followed weeks of border clashes between Taliban and Pakistani forces that began in late February, including airstrikes and artillery exchanges.
Pakistan has accused the Taliban of sheltering militants from Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on Afghan soil. The Taliban have denied these claims.
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Reliability assessment
Three outlets (Amu TV, Khaama Press, RTA) corroborate the Taliban Foreign Ministry's on-record statement announcing the talks in Urumqi hosted by China, describing them as constructive and covering bilateral relations, security, and regional stability.
The source language reads straight.
Independent web corroboration
A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
- Afghanistan Says Peace Talks Held in China to End Fighting with Pakistan Have Been Constructive — (EPA)english.aawsat.com
Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry said Tuesday peace talks held in China between Afghanistan and Pakistan to halt cross-border fighting between the two neighbors have been constructive. The talks began last week in the western Chinese city of Urumqi following an invitation by China, in an effort to stop the conflict that began between the two countries in February, leaving hundreds dead
- Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to explore 'comprehensive solution'thetimes-tribune.com
The talks began last week in Urumqi at the invitation of China, in an effort to stop the conflict that began between the two countries in February
- Urumqi Talks Advance Counterterrorism Focus and Sustained Dialogue on Afghanistan–Pakistan Relations - Afghan Studies Centerafghanstudiescenter.org
China has concluded a week of informal trilateral talks with Afghanistan and Pakistan in Urumqi (April 1–7), signaling a renewed push to institutionalize regional dialogue and coordination. As Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning noted, “terrorism is the core issue affecting Afghanistan–Pakistan relations.” · Bringing together cross-sector officials from foreign affairs, defense, and security institutions, the discussions were described as “candid and pragmatic…conducted in a positive atmosphere"},{
Across the newsrooms
Where reports agree
- Talks held in Urumqi, China, from April 1-7 between Taliban, Pakistan, hosted by China.
- Talks described as constructive by both Taliban FM and Chinese spokesperson Mao Ning.
- Context of recent Taliban-Pakistan border clashes.
Filed by 3 outlets
Amu TV
Originating
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Khaama Press
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RTA
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International — Taliban, Pakistan, China, Urumqi, TTP
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