The Taliban’s top diplomat will meet with his Chinese counterpart in Pakistan to discuss extending the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor to Afghanistan. The Taliban government is looking to bring in the flagship project of China’s Belt and Road Initiative in hopes of reviving its cash-strapped economy, which has suffered since international aid was halted following the withdrawal of US troops in 2021. However, Chinese businesses remain cautious due to security concerns following attacks by the Islamic State group in the country.