The United States has expressed its desire that Pakistan and China assist us in reaching a political settlement and reconciliation in Afghanistan.
According to a private TV report, State Department spokesman Ned Price said the United States wants all neighboring countries to play their part in stabilizing Afghanistan. We are in touch with all our neighbors and we have put before all of Afghanistan's neighbors, especially Pakistan and China, to help us build stability, security and a political settlement in Afghanistan. It is in everyone's interest.
"Whether it's Pakistan or China or countries that have had a role in Afghanistan, we've had constructive dialogue with all of them, even when it comes to China," the State Department spokesman said. Obviously, our interests are very small. Keep in mind that the countries adjacent to Afghanistan are also facing a special challenge. Thousands of Afghans have sought refuge in neighboring countries since the Taliban took over.
