Pakistan and China Strengthen Military Ties on Anniversary of PLA Founding

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The Pakistani military joined China to celebrate the 98th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) on August 1, 2025. The event, held in Beijing, included speeches from Ambassador Jiang Zaidong and Field Marshal Munir, and marked a significant moment in the strengthening of military ties between the two nations. The commemoration also honored the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Pakistan Army and the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) celebrated the 98th anniversary of the PLA's founding on August 1, 2025, in Beijing.
  • Ambassador Jiang Zaidong and Field Marshal Munir delivered speeches at the event, highlighting the strong unity and cooperation between the two militaries.
  • The two militaries have achieved fruitful results in exchanges and cooperation, with Ambassador Jiang Zaidong noting that they are "a steel wall defending national security and an important force in maintaining world peace."
  • Pakistan and China have strong relations, with Field Marshal Munir stating that they are "as solid as a rock", and are willing to strengthen unity and cooperation between the two militaries.
  • The event also commemorated the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
  • Pakistan is willing to continuously strengthen unity and cooperation between the two militaries and always serve as the mainstay in safeguarding the common interests of the two countries and promoting regional peace and development.

Statistics:

  • 98: The number of years since the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), celebrated on August 1, 2025.
  • 80: The number of years since the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, commemorated on August 1, 2025.
  • 2025: The year in which the Pakistan Army and the PLA celebrated the 98th anniversary of the PLA's founding.

Sources:

  • Government of the People's Republic of China: News release dated August 1, 2025.