Pakistan and China reach ‘new broad consensus’ on boosting ties
Summary
China and Pakistan have agreed to strengthen their strategic partnership and work together on developing a major economic corridor and the Gwadar port. They also discussed boosting security for Chinese projects in Pakistan and promoting peace efforts in the Middle East.Key Facts
- China and Pakistan reached a broad agreement to deepen their all-weather strategic cooperation.
- They plan to improve the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), including upgrading the Karakoram Highway and developing Gwadar port as a regional hub.
- Pakistan will take measures to increase security for Chinese workers and investments following past attacks.
- Both countries support a multipolar world and oppose unilateral actions by other nations.
- China praised Pakistan’s role in mediating a temporary ceasefire in the US-Israel conflict related to Iran.
- Pakistan reaffirmed its support for China’s claim over Taiwan, opposing any move toward Taiwan’s independence.
- Both countries oppose using regional territories for attacks by groups like the Pakistan Taliban (TTP) and East Turkestan Islamic Movement.
- China and Pakistan welcomed efforts to increase dialogue with Afghanistan to enhance regional stability.
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