Islamabad: January 16, 2024: In a significant development, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Leader of the House in Senate, engaged in a constructive meeting with Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong at the Chinese Embassy. The discussions focused on fortifying the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and China, transforming it into an all-encompassing strategic partnership.
Senator Dar expressed his appreciation for China’s unwavering support to Pakistan across various fronts, especially in times of crises and natural calamities. Emphasizing the crucial role of the Pak-China iron brotherhood, he highlighted its pivotal significance for the prosperity, well-being, peace, and stability of both nations and the entire region.
During the meeting, the leaders delved into potential avenues for bolstering economic and strategic cooperation. Senator Dar pointed out the immense opportunities for collaboration in key sectors such as agriculture, trade, investment, IT, and finance, underscoring the need to tap into this untapped potential for mutual benefit.
Ambassador Jiang reciprocated the goodwill expressed by Senator Dar and echoed the sentiment that the Pak-China iron brotherhood stands as a cornerstone for regional peace, stability, and shared prosperity. He acknowledged the efforts of Senator Dar, especially during his tenure as the former Finance Minister of Pakistan, in deepening and augmenting the multi-stratum cooperation between the two nations.
Furthermore, Ambassador Jiang reiterated China’s commitment to working closely with Pakistan and the upcoming elected government post the February 2024 general elections. The focus will be on expediting progress on mutually beneficial ventures, with a special emphasis on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), aiming to promote inclusive and shared development in the region.
This meeting signifies a reaffirmation of the strong and enduring bond between Pakistan and China, setting the stage for enhanced collaboration and shared prosperity.
