No country formally recognises the Taliban. But the group’s recent diplomatic overdrive shows many want it as a partner.

Dar did not rule out the possibility of the upgrade in ties with Kabul but added that the Afghan government will have to ensure that its soil was not used by terrorist groups.

India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty amid Pakistan’s deepening water crisis adds pressure on Islamabad. Unconfirmed reports of dam activity in Afghanistan further complicate regional water diplomacy.

China mediates between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Beijing. The goal is to protect its regional interests amid India's growing influence. Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to restore ambassadorial ties.

Exchanging ambassadors means that Pakistan would move a step closer to recognising the Taliban government. China was the first country which sent a full-time ambassador to Kabul and accepted the Taliban envoy in March this year.

BEIJING: Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan held an informal meeting in Beijing, where they underscored the importance of trilateral

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