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Wary of instability, China calls for deeper security cooperation with Tajikistan

China's Premier Li Qiang called for deeper security and intelligence cooperation with Tajikistan to combat extremism, separatism, and terrorism. Li Qiang met with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, emphasizing the need for stronger measures to protect Chinese citizens and businesses. China has long been concerned about the potential spillover of violence from Central Asia into its western Xinjiang region.

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  • ✓ China and Tajikistan should deepen cooperation on law enforcement and security, and strengthen intelligence exchanges and sharing.
  • ✓ China views Uyghur militants as being behind a string of past attacks in Xinjiang.
  • ✓ Li Qiang called for cooperation to fight the "three evil forces" of terrorism, separatism, and extremism.
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China's Premier Li Qiang explicitly called for 'strong measures' to protect Chinese citizens in Tajikistan, indicating a heightened sense of urgency in Beijing's concerns about regional security.

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  1. China calls for deeper security cooperation with Tajikistan

    China's Premier Li Qiang called for deeper security and intelligence cooperation with Tajikistan to combat extremism, separatism, and terrorism. Li Qiang met with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, emphasizing the need for stronger measures to protect Chinese citizens and businesses. China has long been concerned about the potential spillover of violence from Central Asia into its western Xinjiang region.

    Why it matters

    China's concerns about regional stability are driven by its fears of Uyghur militants and the potential for violence to spread into Xinjiang. The country has significant investments in Tajikistan and views cooperation with the country as crucial for maintaining regional peace and stability. This visit comes as Li Qiang also traveled to Uzbekistan, highlighting China's growing engagement with Central Asian nations.

    What is confirmed

    • China and Tajikistan should deepen cooperation on law enforcement and security, and strengthen intelligence exchanges and sharing.
    • China views Uyghur militants as being behind a string of past attacks in Xinjiang.
    • Li Qiang called for cooperation to fight the "three evil forces" of terrorism, separatism, and extremism.

    What to watch next

    • The outcome of Li Qiang's discussions with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon on specific security cooperation measures
    • Tajikistan's response to China's call for stronger protection of Chinese citizens and businesses
    • The impact of deeper China-Tajikistan security cooperation on regional dynamics and Uyghur militant activities
    Sources used for this update (26)
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    3. Reuters — Wary of instability, China calls for deeper security cooperation with Tajikistan
    4. 中华人民共和国驻美利坚合众国大使馆 — Li Qiang Holds Talks with Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda
    5. English.gov.cn — Chinese premier says ready to advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation with Tajikistan
    6. 中华人民共和国外交部 — Li Qiang Meets with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
    7. The Times Of Central Asia — Tajikistan Internet Link to China Launched Through the Pamirs
    8. Xinhua — 2nd LD Writethru: Chinese premier says ready to advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation with Tajikistan
    9. 驻宋卡总领事馆 — Li Qiang Arrives in Dushanbe for an Official Visit to Tajikistan and the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (Prime Ministers) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization - The Consulate-General of the People's Republic of China in Songkhla
    10. CGTN — China urges promoting dialogue, inclusiveness to safeguard world peace
    11. South China Morning Post — In Focus | Beyond EVs and perception, how China is gaining ground in Central Asia
    12. Xinhua — Deeper China-Central Asia cooperation offers new opportunities for SCO development, says Tajik expert
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