China and Pakistan Strengthen Ties, Emphasize Peace and Stability

Strategic Insights -

Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, has underscored the importance of deepening bilateral cooperation and advancing their shared vision for a stable region. Speaking at a symposium commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Chinese people's war of resistance against aggression and the world anti-fascist war, the ambassador highlighted the significance of their strategic partnership in promoting peace and stability. He noted that as close friends and key members of the Global South and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, China and Pakistan have consistently supported each other in international and regional affairs. The ambassador emphasized the need to honor the memories of those who fought against fascism and work together to create a more peaceful future.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Chinese Ambassador stressed the importance of implementing the consensus reached by leaders of both countries to accelerate the building of a closer China-Pakistan community in the new era through concrete actions.
  • China and Pakistan have a long history of cooperation, dating back to the Chinese people's war of resistance against aggression and the world anti-fascist war, with Pakistan providing significant support to China's war efforts.
  • The Chinese ambassador highlighted China's commitment to peacekeeping efforts, with over 50,000 peacekeepers dispatched to more than 20 countries and regions over the past 35 years.
  • China has signed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation agreements with over 150 countries and international organizations, providing development assistance to more than 160 countries.
  • The ambassador emphasized the significance of the 80th anniversary of the Chinese people's war of resistance against aggression and the world anti-fascist war, noting that China will solemnly commemorate the occasion in a few weeks.

Statistics:

  • 35 million: the number of casualties suffered by the Chinese people during the war of resistance against aggression.
  • 50,000: the number of peacekeepers dispatched by China for UN operations over the past 35 years.
  • 150+: the number of countries and international organizations that have signed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation agreements with China.
  • 160+: the number of countries that have received development assistance from China.

Sources:

  • [The Express Tribune, "Jiang Zaidong urges China, Pakistan to deepen cooperation"](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2336240/jiang-zaidong-urges-china-pakistan-to-deepen-cooperation)
  • [Global Times, "China, Pakistan strengthen ties, emphasize peace and stability"](https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202209/1270695.shtml)