China Calls for Protection of Its Citizens Following Kabul Explosion

China urged authorities to protect its citizens in Afghanistan after a deadly explosion struck a Chinese-run hotel in central Kabul city.

China’s foreign ministry said on Tuesday it had formally asked Taliban authorities to take serious measures to ensure the safety of all Chinese citizens, projects, and institutions operating in Afghanistan.

The ministry confirmed that one Chinese national was killed and five others were wounded in the explosion, adding that Beijing expects proper medical treatment for those injured.

Chinese nationals and businesses have increasingly become targets in Afghanistan, as Beijing expands economic engagement while militant groups oppose foreign presence.

In 2022, an attack on a residence housing Chinese citizens in Kabul was also claimed by Islamic State, highlighting recurring security risks despite official assurances.

China said it supports regional efforts to combat terrorism and called for stronger cooperation to prevent further attacks on foreign nationals and diplomatic interests.

Following the attack, Beijing again urged its citizens to avoid traveling to Afghanistan in the near future due to persistent and unpredictable security threats.

The explosion at the Chinese-run hotel in Kabul’s Shahr-e-Naw area killed seven people in total, including six Afghans, and wounded at least 17 others.

Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, reinforcing concerns about its continued operational capability and intent to target foreign-linked locations.

The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in Afghanistan and raises fresh questions about the protection of foreign nationals amid repeated militant attacks.

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