China, Russia and India urge constructive engagement with Afghanistan at UN Security Council
At a UN Security Council meeting, China, Russia and India called for renewed dialogue with the Afghan government, the release of frozen assets and the lifting of unilateral sanctions.
During the open, quarterly UN Security Council session on Afghanistan, senior diplomats from China, Russia and India pressed for a comprehensive and coordinated international approach. Sun Li urged all parties to recognize the Taliban’s achievements in areas such as economic reconstruction and drug control, but warned that humanitarian, development, women’s rights and counter-terrorism challenges remain. He called for the immediate release of Afghanistan’s frozen assets, the removal of unilateral sanctions and the restart of humanitarian assistance.
Vasili Nebenzia criticized the premature withdrawal of foreign forces as irresponsible and argued that only genuine, pressure-free dialogue can yield results, dismissing any “one-sided” strategy. India’s representative affirmed Delhi’s commitment to peace, stability and welfare that foster sustainable development, pointing to its participation in Doha working groups, extensive bilateral cooperation and regional initiatives, echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s belief that a secure Afghanistan is essential for a peaceful Asian continent. The meeting will be followed by informal consultations.
Why it matters
The statements shape how major powers will interact with Afghanistan, affecting aid, sanctions and regional stability.
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