PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Arshad Ayub Khan on Thursday said that there were vast opportunities for cooperation between the local governments of KP and various provinces of China.
During his visit to China Window, a Chinese cultural center established in Peshawar, the minister emphasized the desire for local governments to fully benefit from China’s experience.
He said that Peshawar and Urumqi, as well as Abbottabad and Kashgar, hold the status of twin cities.
Arshad Ayub expressed a desire to organize events that facilitate cultural exchanges, sending representatives from local governments and cultural delegations to China and inviting Chinese delegations to KP.
He commended the strong Pakistan-China friendship and highlighted the importance of advancing technological transformation to further strengthen this bond.
He affirmed that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project would play a key role in the transfer of modern technology.
Pakistan-China Friendship’s Remarkable Symbol
Describing the Chinese Cultural Center in Peshawar as a remarkable symbol of Pakistan-China friendship, the minister commended the center’s efforts in fostering ties between the two nations.
He particularly praised the Chinese language teaching program at China Window, underlining its role in enhancing cultural understanding and communication.
On behalf of the provincial government, he assured full support for enhancing Pakistan-China ties, especially in public relations.
The minister also toured various galleries in the center, signed the friendship wall, and recorded his comments in the guest book.
Earlier, he received a briefing about China Window, where it was conveyed that Chinese institutions are eager to collaborate with the provincial government in promoting education.
Honorable Minister for Local Government Mr.Arshad Ayub Khan and Secretary Dawood Khan visited China Window and said KP Government is ready to support exchange visits. @zhang_heqing @AliAminKhanPTI @CGTNOfficial @CathayPak @ChinaUrdu_ @CGHuangPingNY @CMShehbaz pic.twitter.com/n3s89sKaGa
— CHINA WINDOW (@CHINAWINDOW2) June 6, 2024
