BEIJING: In a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar reaffirmed the strong and unwavering trust and commitment between Pakistan and China, describing their bilateral partnership as one made in "heaven." The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Third Belt and Road Forum at the Great Hall of the People, which was attended by leaders and delegates from approximately 140 nations.
Prime Minister Kakar emphasized that Pakistan would stand firmly by China's side and would not allow anything to undermine this crucial strategic partnership. He also reiterated Pakistan's strong support for the "One China policy" and stated that their commitment would be demonstrated through actions, not just words.
Prime Minister Kakar mentioned the various dimensions of the Pakistan-China relationship, including their longstanding and steadfast friendship, all-weather strategic cooperation, economic and trade ties, and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). He congratulated President Xi on the success of the 3rd Belt and Road Forum and the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
The Prime Minister made it clear that Pakistan had no intentions of retracting from its close ties with China.
The accompanying delegation included notable figures such as Caretaker Federal Finance Minister Shamshad Akhtar, Caretaker Federal Interior Minister Sarfraz Bugti, Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani, and others.
