Afghanistan, May 9 -- China and Russia have emphasized expanding cooperation to promote peace, security, and long-term stability in Afghanistan through regional and international efforts.

In a joint declaration, China and Russia have emphasized the expansion of bilateral and regional cooperation to support Afghanistan's stability and reconstruction efforts.

Following Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to Moscow, the two global powers issued a joint statement underscoring the importance of collaboration on Afghan affairs. Both nations expressed hope that Afghanistan would evolve into an independent, neutral, drug-free, united, and peaceful country.

The statement further highlighted the constructive role of regional mechanisms and...