Pakistan and China Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Peace, Development, and Stability

Strategic Insights -

Pakistan and China's longstanding commitment to regional peace, development, and stability was reaffirmed through in-depth consultations between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Tuesday. The two sides discussed the evolving situation in south Asia, the future trajectory of their bilateral friendship, and the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Pakistan has welcomed China's support in defending its national sovereignty and territorial integrity, particularly in light of the recent ceasefire with India.

Key Takeaways:

  • Pakistan and China reaffirmed their commitment to their all-weather strategic cooperative partnership and ironclad friendship, with both sides expressing satisfaction at the commonality of views on issues of mutual interest.
  • China supports Pakistan in defending its national sovereignty and territorial integrity, particularly in light of the recent ceasefire with India.
  • Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar emphasized Pakistan's inherent right and capability to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and the security of its people.
  • Dar also expressed appreciation for the International Department of the Communist Party of China's (IDCPC) role in deepening ties between the Communist Party of China and Pakistan's political parties.
  • As part of their meeting, both leaders agreed to deepen linkages between the political parties of Pakistan and CPC.
  • Liu Jianchao, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), reiterated that as an All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partner and ironclad friend, China would continue to prioritize its relations with Pakistan.

Statistics:

  • Pakistan and China have been engaged in a comprehensive project of cooperation and development, with the CPEC serving as a key component.
  • The CPEC is a flagship project of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), and it aims to promote economic development in Pakistan and beyond.
  • Lancashire MP Afzal Khan told the House of Commons on Monday October 31 that CPEC and BRI would have strategic implications for South Asian politics and global stability.
  • The two countries have also decided to deepen their linkages between political parties and strengthen mutual understanding and trust through various forms of cooperation.

Sources:

  • A readout from China's foreign ministry.
  • A DPM's Office news release.
  • A meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Liu Jianchao, Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC).
  • A meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Tuesday.
  • International media reports.