On May 10, 2011, Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi held talks with his visiting Afghan counterpart Zalmay Rasoul at Diaoyutai State Guesthouse.

Yang said China and Afghanistan are traditionally friendly neighbors. China appreciates Afghanistan's support on major issues concerning China's core interests. He pledged that China will continuously support Afghanistan in safeguarding its national independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as support the country's efforts to promote peace, stability and development. China will as always offer support and assistance for Afghanistan's peaceful reconstruction. He believed that with the efforts of the Afghan government and people as well as the support of the international community, Afghanistan will surely achieve peace, stability, independence and progress.

Rasoul said the Afghan government and people appreciate the support and assistance China has offered so far. Rasoul said the Afghan government is committed to improving its ability to run the country, and is also committed to promoting national reconciliation and peaceful reconstruction. Afghanistan is ready to work with the international community to push for peace, stability and development of the country.

Both sides also exchanged views on international and regional issues of common concern.

At the invitation of Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi, Rasoul arrived in Beijing on May 9 for an official visit.