'Stood like a rock': PM Shehbaz hails China's steadfast support for Pakistan
Key takeaways
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said China has consistently stood with Pakistan with steadfast support through thick and thin, adding that the friendship between the two countries has grown stronger over time.
- “China has stood like a rock with Pakistan in every difficult time,” said PM Shehbaz as he was addressing a ceremony in Islamabad held on Thursday to mark the 75th anniversary of Pakistan—China diplomatic relations.
- Addressing the ceremony, PM Shehbaz said Pakistan was the first Islamic country to recognise China, adding that the event celebrating Chinese friendship was a source of great joy.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said China has consistently stood with Pakistan with steadfast support through thick and thin, adding that the friendship between the two countries has grown stronger over time.
“China has stood like a rock with Pakistan in every difficult time,” said PM Shehbaz as he was addressing a ceremony in Islamabad held on Thursday to mark the 75th anniversary of Pakistan—China diplomatic relations.