Pak-China partnership anchor of regional stability, prosperity: PM

December 27, 2024 (MLN): The strategic partnership between Pakistan and China is not only vital for our nations but is also "an anchor for regional stability", Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Thursday.

“We are proud of our collaboration in various fields from the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to cultural exchanges, education, defence production,” the prime minister said while addressing an event of unveiling of sculptures of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Chinese leader Mao Zedong at the PM House.

PM Shehbaz stated that the long-standing and historic relationship between China and Pakistan is a testament to their mutual values of respect, trust, and cooperation.

The prime minister highlighted that both leaders recognized the strong relationship between China and Pakistan, noting that their all-weather strategic partnership serves as a foundation for regional stability in the face of current global challenges.

He said that Quaid-e-Azam was the country’s founder whose remarkable leadership and the Muslims’ enormous sacrifices were crucial in separating Pakistan from the subcontinent.

The prime minister praised the outstanding work of renowned Chinese artist and sculptor Yuan Xikum, who created sculptures of the great leaders, noting that he had beautifully captured the essence of these two iconic figures.

The prime minister recalled that during his recent visit to China in June this year, on the recommendation of the President Xi, he went to Xian and had the opportunity to visit the Terra Cotta museum, a symbol of past glorious and heritage.

He also mentioned that Pakistan takes pride in its history, tracing it back to the Indus Valley civilization, with its relics preserved in Mohenjo Daro and Harappa.

“So by these accounts, today’s ceremony is very special and unique as we honour the vision and legacies of our founding fathers who held a common vision of independence, justice, equity, emancipation and self-respect for the two nations,” he added.

The prime minister said that hundreds of Pakistani young students were visiting the Chinese universities and was a bridge between the two countries.

The first batch of agricultural graduate is going to visit China and have education in the field to attain modern techniques and expertise in agriculture to boost production of Pakistan agriculture next month which is yet another step towards our economic cooperation, he told.

Yaun Xikum, on the occasion said the greatness of both Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Mao Zedong compelled him to make these sculptures.

He said it was the best commemoration of the 148th anniversary of the birth of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah on December 25 and 131st anniversary of birth of Mao Zedong.

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Special Assistant to PM Tariq Fatemi, Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong, Pakistan Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi and other high officials were also present on the occasion.

Special Assistant to PM Tariq Fatemi, Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong, Pakistan Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi and other high officials were also present on the occasion.

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