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President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday congratulated Chinese President Xi Jinping on the occasion of the Chinese Spring Festival and the arrival of the Year of the Snake.
In his message, President Zardari expressed his strong commitment to further strengthening the longstanding relationship between Pakistan and China. He conveyed his eagerness to meet with President Xi in Beijing to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation.
The President acknowledged the resilience of the two nations as All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partners. He highlighted the tireless efforts of successive leaderships in both countries that have contributed to the growth of their unique and robust partnership.
President Zardari reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the One China policy, calling it a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy. He also deeply thanks President Xi for his leadership in advancing the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and strengthening bilateral relations.
The President lauded China’s significant progress in 2024 across various sectors and reiterated his belief in the enduring and ever-developing friendship between the two nations. He concluded by wishing President Xi good health and prosperity for both him and the Chinese people.
The Chinese Spring Festival, which marks the beginning of a new lunar year, began on January 29, 2025, and is traditionally seen as a time of renewal and celebration.
Yesterday, Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar advised Chinese nationals who petitioned the Sindh High Court (SHC) against alleged police harassment to adhere to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) established for addressing such concerns.
Speaking to the media on Monday, Lanjar emphasised that Chinese citizens should channel their grievances through the Chinese Consulate or the Foreign Office, per the protocols jointly devised by the Sindh government and the Chinese Consulate.
“These petitioners have no direct investment in Pakistan, nor is their petition legally sound,” the minister remarked. He added that he had instructed the Inspector General (IG) Police to form a team to engage with the Chinese Consul General in Karachi to address the issue.
Lanjar reiterated the Sindh government’s respect for Chinese nationals but underscored the importance of adhering to official procedures. “We value our Chinese partners greatly, but they must follow the SOPs set by the government in collaboration with Chinese authorities,” he said.
The minister also announced plans to meet with the Chinese Consul General to issue an official statement and resolve the concerns amicably.
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