China urges international community to respect Afghanistan's political independence (2)

"Under current circumstances, the transfer of security responsibilities should be conducted in a gradual and orderly way in order to safeguard the general stability of the situation in Afghanistan," Wang said.

China also supports the implementation of the Kabul Communique to promote the national reconciliation process led by the Afghan government, he added.

Only by realizing prosperity and development of Afghanistan can the foundation be laid for the lasting peace and security in the war-torn country, Wang said.

"China supports the efforts made by the Afghan government in growing economy, increasing jobs and improving people's life," he said. "We hope that the international community can honor their aid assistance to Afghanistan, respect the development priority identified by the Afghan government independently. The key now is to help alleviate the food shortage in some parts of Afghanistan."