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Celebrating 74 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between Pakistan and China

Strategic Insights

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The China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) marked the 74th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China with a special event. The participants included Mr. Wang Shengjie, Counsellor at the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Pakistan, Ambassador Tehmina Janjua, former Foreign Secretary of Pakistan, and Ambassador Masood Khalid, Pakistan's former Ambassador to China. The event highlighted the enduring strength and strategic depth of the Pakistan-China relationship.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Pakistan-China relationship has been described as a "model of inter-state relations" rooted in strategic mutual trust, mutual respect, and unwavering mutual support.
  • The relationship has evolved into an All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, with Ambassador Sohail Mahmood emphasizing its abiding nature and resilience in the face of regional challenges.
  • China remains committed to regional peace, stability, and developments, with a focus on fostering connectivity and economic growth through joint efforts, particularly through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
  • Ambassador Tehmina Janjua praised China's remarkable development trajectory and reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to its time-tested partnership, describing it as "iron brothers and steel sisters."
  • Ambassador Masood Khalid highlighted the historical milestones of the relationship, including the construction of the Karakoram Highway, emphasizing the visionary leadership that laid the foundation for today's comprehensive partnership.
  • Ambassador Khalid Mahmood recalled China's steadfast support to Pakistan through critical junctures in history and affirmed that the bond continues to grow stronger with each passing year.

Statistics:

  • 74 years: The number of years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China.
  • 2 Ambassadors: The number of former ambassadors from Pakistan and China who participated in the event, Rohail Khalid and Sohail Mahmood for Pakistan and Masud Khalid for China.
  • 3 Diplomats: The number of diplomats who delivered remarks at the event, including Mr. Wang Shengjie, Counsellor at the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Pakistan, Ambassador Tehmina Janjua, former Foreign Secretary of Pakistan, and Ambassador Masood Khalid, Pakistan's former Ambassador to China.
  • 1 Partnership: The All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, which encapsulates the depth and breadth of the bilateral relations between Pakistan and China.

Sources:

  • "Pakistan-China Relations." Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI)
  • "74th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations." The News (Pakistan)
  • "Pakistan-China Relations Mark 74th Anniversary." Business Recorder (Pakistan)

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