Today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to the bombing of Kabul Airport.

Spokesperson Zhao Lijian said: China was shocked and strongly condemned the explosion near Kabul Airport, which caused heavy casualties.

This incident shows that the security situation in Afghanistan is still complicated and severe. It is hoped that relevant parties will take effective measures to ensure a smooth transition of the situation in Afghanistan and the personal safety of the Afghan people and foreign citizens in Afghanistan.

The Chinese Embassy in Afghanistan has verified and verified that no reports of casualties of Chinese citizens have been received.

The Chinese Embassy in Afghanistan has established contact with a small number of Chinese citizens who have voluntarily stayed in Afghanistan, maintained close communication and provided necessary assistance, reminded them to strengthen safety precautions, and required relevant parties to take measures to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel.

(CCTV reporter Shen Yang Zhangxi)