Agreement Reached in Bonn An Important Step for Peace: Zhang

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Agreement Reached in Bonn An Important Step for Peace: Zhang

China welcomes and supports the achievements reached in Bonn, and considers the agreement an important step for peace, smooth transition and stability in Afghanistan, FM Spokeswoman Zhang Qiyue said at Tuesday's press conference. China will consider re-opening its embassy in Afghanistan when there is reconciliation in Afghanistan and an interim government is formed.

Achievement Reached in Bonn, an Important Step for Peace

China welcomes and supports the achievements reached in Bonn, and considers the agreement an important step for peace, smooth transition and stability in Afghanistan, said the spokeswoman for Foreign Ministry When she was asked to comment on the agreement recently reached by Afghanistan parties in Bonn.

China to Make Contribution Toward Resolving the Issue

China is willing to make its own contribution toward resolving the Afghanistan issue, she said

China will consider re-opening its embassy in Afghanistan when there is reconciliation in Afghanistan and an interim government is formed, Zhang said.

Benefits of Afghan People Should Be Considered

The spokeswoman said China appreciates the efforts made by both the United Nations and the parties of Afghanistan.

On peace-keeping in Afghanistan, Zhang said such action should be authorized by the Security Council of the United Nations and the consent from relevant parties of Afghanistan is also needed.

"Any action should be beneficial to the peace process and post-war reconstruction in Afghanistan," she stressed, adding that China is also willing to make a contribution in this regard.

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