President Asif Ali Zardari meeting with People’s Liberation Army Ground Forces Commander General Li Xiaoming
President said China is a reliable and great friend of Pakistan. There is a need to further strengthen strategic cooperation in the mutual interest of the two countries.
The two countries have historical relations spanning seven decades.
The President reiterated Pakistan’s determination to stand with China. The President stressed on the need to further increase military and defense cooperation, public and cultural ties to bring the two countries closer.
Pakistan is encouraging learning Chinese. Learning Chinese will help develop public relations. In his last presidency, he presented the vision of Pakistan-China Economic Corridor. Enemies of Pakistan and China do not want bilateral relations to develop. Pakistan and China must work together to overcome common challenges.
Both countries need to work together against terrorism, Commander Lee Chiao-ming. Commander Lee Chiao Ming also condemned the terrorist attacks in Pakistan yesterday. Commander Lee Chiao Ming expressed his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Pakistan for the loss of life.
Earlier, President Asif Ali Zardari awarded Nishan Imtiaz (Military) to General Li Xiaoming in recognition of his services to enhance defense cooperation between Pakistan and China. The Chinese Commander thanked the President for awarding Nishan Imtiaz (Military).
Editor: Kamran Raja