Since the Afghan Taliban(hereinto abbreviated as"Taliban")came to power in August 2021,no country in the international community has yet"recognized"the Taliban regime as the new government of Afghanistan.Therefore,the current situation in Afghanistan is mainly about the recognition of the Taliban regime.In the theory and practice of international law,state recognition is a complex issue,and the principles,conditions and consequences of recognizing a new state(new government)involve various factors.On the one hand,for the Taliban,seeking state recognition is an important way to construct a modern state as well as to gain legitimacy in power.Due to historical and practical factors,its integration into the international community has faced multiple dilemmas and challenges.On the other hand,according to the relevant theories of international law,the recognition of existing states in the international community is a necessary and insufficient condition for the new state to become a human subject of international law.The recognition of the Taliban ultimately depends on the interests and perceptions of various countries.For this reason,China should strengthen strategic coordination to promote regional security and stability.
State RecognitionAfghan TalibanForeign PolicyLegitimacyInternational Law