-PM says timely completion of CPEC projects top priority
Chinese Envoy meets PM
By Minahil Makhdoom
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday reaffirmed highest priority accorded by the Government to China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and firm commitment to expeditiously complete CPEC projects, which will open up tremendous opportunities for increased economic growth and development in the region and beyond.
The Prime Minister expressed these views during a meeting with China’s Ambassador in Pakistan Nong Rong, who called on him here. The subjects covered during the meeting included Pakistan-China bilateral relations, including CPEC, 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties, vaccine cooperation and high-level bilateral exchanges.
The Prime Minister deeply appreciated Chinese leadership and conveyed his warm greetings for President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang. Emphasizing the time-tested “All-Weather Strategic Co-operative Partnership”, he reaffirmed Pakistan’s deep commitment to further enhance and broaden Pakistan-China ties.
The Prime Minister recalled his earlier telephonic conversation with Premier Li Keqiang, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties, which was the reflection of excellent cooperation between Pakistan and China.
The Chinese Ambassador extended President Xi Jinping’s invitation to the Prime Minister to participate in the ‘CPC and World Political Parties Summit’, to be held in July 2021.
The Prime Minister graciously accepted the invitation to attend the virtual event.
Ambassador Nong Rong reassured that China will continue to firmly support Pakistan in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and accords high priority to help address Pakistan’s requirements.
