KABUL (Pajhwok): China has assured Afghanistan of increased diplomatic and military support, the National Security Council (NSC), a powerful government body, said on Thursday.

National Security Advisor (NSA) Mohammad Hanif Atmar and his Chinese counterpart discussed peace and stability in the region and cooperation in the fight against terrorism.

The Chinese NSA hailed Afghan forces’ commitment to the war on terrorism and stressed the need for the better equipping them, according to a statement from the NSC.

Atmar appreciated the Chinese government and people for their generous assistance to Afghanistan. The two sides also discussed military cooperation and Beijing’s aid to Afghan forces.

Atmar has been in Russia to attend a conference on regional security issues.

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