Taliban Co-Founder Mullah Baradar Might Lead New Afghan Government; ‘China Our Most Important Partner,’ Says Taliban: Reports

Mullah Baradar, Taliban co-founder will lead a new Afghan government set to be announced shortly, reported Reuters. This comes as its fighters battled forces loyal to the republic in the Panjshir Valley. The new government's main focus should be the country’s economic condition. All the top leaders have arrived in Kabul, where preparations are in final stages to announce the new government,” Taliban official told Reuters. Reportedly, the Taliban has described China as its "most important partner”. “China is our most important partner and represents a fundamental and extraordinary opportunity for us because it is ready to invest and rebuild our country,” Geo News quoted Mujahid as saying in an interview to an Italian newspaper on September 2. The Taliban took control over Kabul, on August 15. Watch the video to know more.