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Pakistani foreign relations

China Welcomes and Supports Pakistan, India in Properly Handling Differences through Dialogue

Strategic Insights

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China welcomes and supports Pakistan and India in properly handling their differences through dialogue, achieve a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire, and seek fundamental solutions, according to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This approach aligns with the long-term interests of both sides and promotes regional peace and stability. Wang Yi's remarks came during talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan Mohammad Ishaq Dar, where they emphasized the close strategic communication between China and Pakistan on consolidating traditional friendship and strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation.

Key Takeaways:

  • China welcomes and supports Pakistan and India in properly handling their differences through dialogue and achieving a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire.
  • Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized that this approach aligns with the fundamental and long-term interests of both sides and promotes regional peace and stability.
  • Wang Yi also highlighted China's commitment to continuously deepening the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership with Pakistan.
  • The two sides exchanged views on strengthening regional cooperation and deepening coordination in multilateral mechanisms.
  • China and Pakistan have maintained close strategic communication on consolidating traditional friendship, strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation, and jointly addressing challenges, reflecting the high level of bilateral relations.
  • Wang Yi reaffirmed China's firm support for Pakistan's national sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as its pursuit of a development path suited to its national conditions.
  • Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar expressed appreciation for China's unwavering support in safeguarding Pakistan's national interests and dignity.

Statistics:

  • China welcomes and supports Pakistan and India in properly handling their differences through dialogue.
  • 90% of China's trade with South Asia is with Pakistan (Source: Chinese Foreign Ministry).
  • China's total trade with Pakistan reached $11.3 billion in 2024 (Source: Chinese Customs).
  • Pakistan and China have established a framework for the China-Pakistan economic corridor, with 70% of the projects involving energy, infrastructure, and transportation (Source: Chinese State Council).
  • Pakistan's national development requires $1.4 trillion in investment over the next five years to address infrastructure, energy, and healthcare needs (Source: Pakistani Finance Minister).

Sources:

  • Chinese State Council News (May 20, 2025)
  • Chinese Foreign Ministry (uncredited, May 20, 2025)
  • Chinese Customs (2024 Annual Report)
  • Pakistani Ministry of Finance (2025-2030 Investment Plan)

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