Islamabad: The China-Pakistan Information Corridor (CPIC) has been officially launched in Islamabad, aiming to enhance bilateral ties through media, information sharing, and digital platforms. The initiative was inaugurated at a ceremony held at the Pakistan-China Friendship Centre.

According to Radio Pakistan, the event was attended by high-ranking officials, including Pakistan’s Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, who emphasized the historical significance of the Pakistan-China friendship and the need to pass this legacy onto future generations. He highlighted the role of the CPIC in connecting the people of Pakistan and China, facilitating mutual understanding, and promoting cooperation across various sectors.

During the ceremony, Tarar announced the establishment of the CPIC’s first regional office in Karachi. He outlined the corridor’s structure, which is built on four pillars: media, business and enterprise, think tanks, and culture, tourism, and youth. Each pillar is designed to foster collaboration and understanding between the two nations.

Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong expressed optimism that the CPIC would enhance cultural understanding and counter misinformation. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning stressed the importance of the corridor in addressing the challenges posed by fake news and misinformation.

Secretary of Information and Broadcasting, Ashfaq Ahmed Khalil, described the CPIC as a platform for collaboration among media, academia, and business sectors from both countries. He acknowledged the support of the Chinese Embassy in shaping the project.

The launch event featured documentaries and performances celebrating the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China, further underscoring the initiative’s goal of strengthening public opinion and understanding between the two nations.