Islamabad, April 05, 2023 (PPI-OT):Assistant Foreign Minister, Mr. Nong Rong called on Prof Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhry, Minister of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives in Beijing. Minister Iqbal congratulated Mr. Nong Rong on his appointment as AFM and appreciated his contributions for strengthening bilateral ties, advancing CPEC development and promoting the cultural linkages between our two countries during his tenure as Ambassador to Pakistan.

The Minister also conveyed greetings on the successful conclusion of Two Sessions, wishing the new leadership complete success and expressing confidence that Pakistan- China friendship will touch new heights under the new leadership.

Minister noted that this year marks the 10th anniversary of BRI and launching of CPEC and hoped that the two countries could jointly organize a series of events to mark this milestone. In this regard he informed that Pakistan was planning to hold a special summit with participation of Chinese leadership. AFM Nong Rong fondly recalled his stay in Pakistan and committed to continue working for strengthening China- Pakistan relations.

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