PM Shehbaz highlights Pak-China commitment to peace, inclusive development on 75th diplomatic anniversary

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday extended heartfelt felicitations to the peoples of Pakistan and China, on the historic occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China. “As we commemorate this historic milestone, in a befitting manner, it would enable our peoples, particularly the younger generations, to better appreciate the depth, breadth, vitality, and future-oriented character of Pakistan-China relations,” the premier said in a message. The people of Pakistan hold the people of China in the highest esteem and affection. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations on 21 May 1951, the friendship between Pakistan and China has steadily evolved into an All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. Built on mutual trust, sovereign equality, and shared aspirations for peace and development, our bilateral relations has continued to grow in strength, substance, and strategic significance, amidst changing regional and global circumstances. He said Pakistan highly values the visionary leadership of Xi Jinping and appreciates China’s remarkable achievements in economic development, technological advancement, poverty alleviation, and global connectivity. Under President Xi’s visionary leadership, China has achieved remarkable progress in modernization, innovation, poverty alleviation, and national rejuvenation. China’s progress and transformation continue to inspire the developing world and contribute significantly to global peace and prosperity. The commitment of the Chinese leadership to strengthen Pakistan-China relations and advance the shared vision of building a closer “Pakistan-China Community of Shared Future in the New Era” is most commendable. Pakistan deeply appreciates China’s cooperation with Pakistan in multifaceted fields. Pakistan remains firmly committed to the One-China principle and will continue to support China on issues concerning its core interests. China’s