No Room for Politics in Pak-China Relations, Asserts PM Shehbaz

• Premier Urges Stakeholders to Refrain from Politicizing National Development Projects

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s enduring friendship with China on Sunday, emphasizing that politics should not interfere in their bilateral relations.

Speaking during a meeting with a seven-member delegation of journalists who had recently returned from an official visit to China, PM Sharif highlighted the longstanding support China has extended to Pakistan.

The delegation included Salman Ghani, Aamir Mir, Shiraz Hasan, Khizr Hayat, Khalid Hasnain, Azam Malik, and Matiur Rehman. They met with the prime minister at the invitation of the China Public Diplomacy Association. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar was also present during the discussion.

Sharif expressed his gratitude for the warm hospitality shown by the Chinese leadership and people during his recent visit. He stressed that China’s assistance during challenging times underscores the strength of the bilateral relationship. He urged stakeholders to refrain from politicizing national development projects, particularly the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

PM Shehbaz also provided an update on the progress of the memorandums of understanding and agreements signed during his visit. He assured that measures are in place to ensure the security of Chinese residents in Pakistan and highlighted the rapid implementation of CPEC’s phase two.

Discussions with Chinese experts, who recently visited Pakistan, have led to further cooperation in various fields. Sharif underscored his commitment to using his time in office to advance Pakistan’s development and foster continued collaboration with China.

“China has always stood by Pakistan in difficult times, and we must ensure that our relationship remains strong and unaffected by political dynamics,” PM Shehbaz stated.

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The prime minister concluded by reiterating the importance of focusing on national development projects without letting political agendas interfere. He expressed confidence that the Pakistan-China partnership would continue to flourish, benefiting both nations.