ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the successful implementation of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects.
During a meeting with the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, here, the Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to closely collaborate with China, highlighting key initiatives under CPEC, including the upgradation of Main Line-1 (ML-I), realignment of the Karakoram Highway (KKH), full operationalisation of Gwadar Port, and enhanced cooperation in agriculture, industry, and the information technology sector.
He conveyed warm regards and good wishes to Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang and extended his best wishes for the successful holding of the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit. The Prime Minister also acknowledged ongoing bilateral consultations regarding his expected visit to China for the summit.
Expressing deep appreciation for China’s consistent financial and economic support, the Prime Minister noted that Chinese assistance had played a key role in stabilising Pakistan’s economy and improving its macroeconomic outlook — a development he termed critical for the government’s socio-economic development agenda.
The two sides also discussed the evolving regional security situation, with a particular focus on the recent escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict. Ambassador Jiang praised Pakistan’s constructive and active diplomatic efforts at international platforms, including the United Nations Security Council, to seek a peaceful resolution through dialogue and diplomacy.
Ambassador Jiang briefed the premier on various facets of bilateral cooperation and confirmed that preparations were already underway to ensure the success of the Prime Minister’s visit to China, scheduled for the end of August 2025.
