Amid China's Concerns... Taliban Spokesperson: "No Terrorist Groups Allowed in Afghanistan"

Focus on National Construction
Seeking High-Level Delegation Exchanges with China and Russia

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ki Ha-young] The Islamic militant group Taliban, which has reasserted control over Afghanistan, stated that it will not allow terrorist organizations within Afghanistan in response to China's concerns about the possibility of terrorism support.

According to the Chinese state media Global Times on the 10th, Suhail Shahin, Taliban spokesperson, said in a recent interview with the media regarding China's concerns about the Xinjiang separatist group 'East Turkestan Islamic Movement' (ETIM).

Spokesperson Shahin said, "No one can use any part of Afghanistan hostilely against other countries, and this position has been clearly conveyed to ETIM," adding, "Many ETIM members have left Afghanistan." He emphasized that individuals attempting sabotage in other countries cannot be tolerated, and since Afghanistan aims to focus on nation-building, severing ties with terrorism aligns with national interests.

He also promised not to allow any training or fundraising activities of ETIM within the country, nor to permit recruitment locations for the organization. However, he avoided giving a direct answer on whether ETIM members would be handed over to China if China requests extradition in the future.

Meanwhile, spokesperson Shahin expressed a desire to exchange high-level delegations with China and Russia in the future, indicating an intention to strengthen relations with these countries. He also reiterated willingness to participate in China's Belt and Road Initiative and expressed expectations for China's humanitarian assistance.

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