Paris, 26 June 2023 (WAI): Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif’s first in-person meeting with Premier Li Qiang, the Premier of China, was held in the true spirit, reflecting the excellent bilateral relations between the two countries during the Summit for a New Global Financial Pact in France.
The meeting, characterized by warmth, mutual respect, and shared vision, displayed the commitment to further strengthening and expanding the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership between Pakistan and China. Both leaders pledged to deepen their collaboration in various sectors by expressing satisfaction with the present state of all-encompassing bilateral ties.
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Premier Li Qiang agreed on the significance of celebrating the Decade of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), recognizing it as a transformative project for Pakistan’s socioeconomic development. This milestone reflects the enduring commitment of both nations to advancing mutual prosperity and regional connectivity.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Premier Li for China’s unwavering diplomatic and economic support to Pakistan. The continuous support provided by China has been instrumental in driving Pakistan’s growth and development, contributing to the country’s progress in various fields.
In particular, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif appreciated Beijing’s principled stance regarding holding the G20 tourism meeting in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). China’s firm position on this matter demonstrates its commitment to upholding justice, international law, and the rights of the people of IIOJK.
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The Iron Brotherhood between Pakistan and China stands above all descriptions. It is a relationship rooted in trust, shared values, and a mutual desire for peace, stability, and progress in the region. This bond has been fortified through high-level exchanges, strategic cooperation, and people-to-people interactions.
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Premier Li Qiang expressed their determination to advance this profound partnership. They underscored the need to explore additional avenues of cooperation, enhance bilateral trade and investment, and promote cultural and educational exchanges.
As both nations celebrate the milestone of the Decade of CPEC, Pakistan and China reaffirm their commitment to fostering enduring friendship and comprehensive cooperation. The meeting between Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Premier Li Qiang marks a significant chapter in the annals of Pakistan-China relations, further cementing the Iron Brotherhood that binds the two nations together.
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