Islamabad, 17 Oct 2023:Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar marked his presence at a state banquet tonight, an event organized by President Xi Jinping to honour world leaders participating in the 3rd Belt and Road Forum in China. Joining the Prime Minister were senior members of the Federal Cabinet of Pakistan. The banquet took place at the renowned Great Hall of the Peoples and saw participation from Heads of State or Government from nations including Russia, Kenya, Ethiopia, Mongolia, Hungary, Sri Lanka, Kazhakastan, Uzbekistan, Papua New Guinea, Mozambique, and Chile, along with several other global dignitaries. Upon his arrival, Prime Minister Kakar received a warm welcome from both President Xi and the first lady, Madame Peng Liyuan.
The event also provided an avenue for the Prime Minister to engage in informal dialogues with the various world leaders in attendance. Prime Minister Kakar had arrived in Beijing the previous day to partake in the 3rd Belt and Road Forum, accepting an invitation extended by President Xi Jinping. The press release was provided by the Press Information Department.