China, Pakistan celebrate 72 years of diplomatic relations

Chinese Charge d'Affaires says China will provide new opportunities for development of countries including Pakistan

ISLAMABAD:

The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan held a reception to celebrate 72 years of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan.

On the occasion, Chinese Charge d'Affaires Pang Chunxue, Foreign Secretary of Pakistan Dr Asad Majeed Khan, Director General of Foreign Service Academy Mazhar Javed spoke at the reception, which was attended by former Pakistani ambassadors to China, officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Pakistani young diplomats along with Chinese diplomats.

In her address at the ceremony, Pang emphasised that the China-Pakistan relationship has profound historical roots, solid public support and strong practical needs.

“Under the strong leadership of President Xi Jinping, China is steadfastly advancing the process of Chinese modernisation,” she furthered.

She also said that China will provide new opportunities for the development of countries, including Pakistan, with new accomplishments in Chinese modernisation.

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The foreign secretary of Pakistan applauded the contribution of generations of the two countries diplomats to the achievements of China and Pakistan's unbreakable friendship and cooperation.

“Chinese friends always unswervingly provide generous help, give strong support to Pakistan's sovereignty and independence, financial stability and infrastructure construction. China-Pakistan Economic Corridor has brought prosperity and progress to Pakistan's economy and society, which Pakistan is deeply grateful for,” he furthered.

Mazhar Javed said that the relations between Beijing and Islamabad have been nurtured by both sides for the last 72 years and that all-round cooperation between the two sides provides valuable opportunities for exchanges and learning between the younger generation.

On the occasion, former ambassadors to China recalled their spectacular memories in China and said the two countries need to cement the iron-clad friendship and promote comprehensive pragmatic cooperation to a new higher level.