In a significant development, Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed in principle to restore full diplomatic relations, including the reappointment of ambassadors in both capitals. The breakthrough was reached during a recent trilateral meeting held in Beijing, which was attended by representatives from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China, diplomatic sources confirmed.

Currently, both countries are represented by chargé d’affaires, as full ambassadorial postings had been stalled amid strained ties. However, following the Beijing talks, both governments have shown a renewed willingness to enhance diplomatic engagement by appointing permanent ambassadors in Islamabad and Kabul.

According to sources familiar with the matter, the agreement marks a key step toward rebuilding trust and improving bilateral cooperation on critical issues such as border security, trade, and refugee management.

Diplomatic circles have welcomed the move, viewing it as a positive shift in the region’s dynamics. According to a senior diplomatic official, the restoration of ambassador-level ties will help reduce tensions and allow for more structured and productive dialogue on longstanding bilateral concerns.

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It is expected that the names of the new ambassadors will be announced in the coming days, marking a formal restart to full-spectrum diplomatic engagement between the two neighbours.

The development was made during the official visit of Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to China.

Observers have termed the outcome of the trilateral meeting as a confidence-building measure that could lay the groundwork for broader regional cooperation, especially with China playing a facilitating role.

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