Chinese Envoy lauds efforts to improve Pak-China ties

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By Minahil Makhdoom

ISLAMABAD: National Security Adviser Moeed Yusuf has said Pakistan and China are strategically aligned on the vision of growth and prosperity in the region.
He was talking to Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Nong Rong who called on him in Islamabad. The Adviser said both the countries are synergizing their efforts to achieve the goal of peace and development in the region. Moeed Yusuf said the CPEC is a flagship project whose success is non-negotiable for the two countries. The Adviser said the CPEC fits perfectly with Pakistan s geo economic paradigm which is now the vision of the government. Ambassador Nong Rong vowed to continue building on the strong and long lasting partnership between the two countries. He appreciated ongoing efforts to constantly improve Pakistan-China relationship. Moreover, National Security Advisor Dr Moeed Yusuf on Wednesday said China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is the flagship project that could not be compromised where Pakistan and China relations have always been strong and cordial.
He made these remarks during Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong’s call on him here, said a news release.
Dr Moeed Yusuf said Pakistan and China shared a common vision of development and prosperity in the region and were striving for peace and development in the region.
The National Security Advisor said CPEC was in line with Pakistan’s geo-economic vision.
Ambassador Nong Rong expressed satisfaction over the strong and lasting partnership between the two countries.
The Chinese Ambassador appreciated the efforts made by the two countries to improve relations.