The leaders highlighted the historic significance of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, a milestone that symbolizes decades of friendship, mutual support, and collaboration
BEIJING, JAN 4 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with the Executive Vice Premier of China, Mr. Ding Xuexiang, in Beijing. The meeting underscored the enduring strength of the Pakistan–China relationship, often described as an All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership.
During the discussions, both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to further deepen cooperation across political, economic, and strategic domains. Vice Premier Ding expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s consistent support to China on issues of core interest, noting that such solidarity reflects the depth of trust and mutual respect between the two nations.
The leaders highlighted the historic significance of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, a milestone that symbolizes decades of friendship, mutual support, and collaboration. They agreed that this anniversary provides an opportunity to chart a forward-looking vision for enhanced cooperation, particularly under the framework of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
CPEC, a flagship project of the Belt and Road Initiative, has already transformed Pakistan’s infrastructure and energy landscape. Both sides emphasized the importance of accelerating ongoing projects and expanding collaboration into new areas such as industrial development, digital economy, and people-to-people exchanges.
Senator Ishaq Dar reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to strengthening ties with China, describing the partnership as a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy. He emphasized that Pakistan values China’s role as a trusted friend and partner in its journey toward economic development and regional stability.
Vice Premier Ding, in turn, conveyed New Year greetings to the leadership and people of Pakistan, extending warm wishes for peace, prosperity, and continued progress. He noted that China looks forward to working closely with Pakistan in the coming year to advance shared goals and address emerging regional challenges.
The meeting concluded with both leaders agreeing to maintain close communication at all levels, ensuring that the partnership continues to evolve in line with the changing global and regional environment. The reaffirmation of ties in Beijing reflects the enduring nature of Pakistan–China friendship, which remains resilient and forward-looking even amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
