Islamabad: Mr. Liu Haixing, the Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad to discuss the deep-rooted partnership between Pakistan and China. The meeting focused on reinforcing the strategic cooperative relationship and fostering mutual trust between the two nations.

According to Press Information Department, Prime Minister Sharif emphasized the significance of ongoing political engagement and party-to-party exchanges to enhance bilateral relations. He acknowledged the role of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China in promoting cooperation between the political leadership of both countries. The Prime Minister expressed Pakistan’s commitment to collaborating closely with China in areas such as trade, investment, connectivity, infrastructure development, information technology, and agriculture modernization.

Mr. Liu Haixing, representing the Chinese leadership, reiterated China’s dedication to strengthening its friendship with Pakistan. He acknowledged the current momentum in high-level and party-to-party exchanges aimed at bolstering relations. Both sides discussed regional and international developments and expressed their commitment to maintaining coordination at bilateral and multilateral forums.

Following the meeting, Prime Minister Sharif hosted a banquet for Mr. Liu Haixing and the accompanying Chinese delegation, further underscoring the importance of the visit.