Chengdu: President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in Chengdu today, marking the commencement of his official visit to China. His arrival at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport was met with reception by notable figures including Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong and Vice Governor of Sichuan Province Huang Ruixue. The diplomatic welcome was also attended by Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, and the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong.

The visit is set to include meetings with Chinese leadership and senior officials. Discussions are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral relations, enhancing cooperation across various sectors, and pursuing objectives under the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership between the two nations.

The engagement underscores a continuing commitment to foster ties and explore mutual interests between Pakistan and China.