MFA _Afghanistan 
The Chinese Ambassador said China has maintained normal relations with Afghanistan and is willing to strengthen it further.He added that direct Afg-China flights would start on May 24th; Ainak copper mine preliminary work would be expedited; Afghan exports would be increased, particularly pomegranate; & besides the renovation of Jumhooriyat hospital, the affordable housing scheme would be inaugurated Welcoming these steps taken by China, FM Muttaqi called the beginning of flights between the two countries a good opportunity to strengthened relations, calling for further facilitation of visa issuance.
The meeting also focused on other bilateral issues.