Khaleej Times

China has special place in hearts of Pakistanis, says Imran

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islamabad — Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday, terming Pakistan and China as “good neighbours, friends, partners and brothers”, said China’s time-tested friendship had always resonated deeply with the people of Pakistan.

In his message of felicitati­on to Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on the auspicious occasion of the national day of his country, Prime Minister Imran Khan said China had a special place in the hearts of Pakistani people.

“As we embark on the journey to mould Pakistan’s developmen­t in keeping with the ideals of our foundation, I look forward to working closely with you to further strengthen our All-Weather Strategic Cooperativ­e Partnershi­p and realising the potential of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor,” Khan said.

Prime Minister Khan said China’s remarkable progress over the past decades was an inspiratio­n for developing countries including Pakistan and said the miracle of lifting hundreds of millions of people out of poverty was an achievemen­t that envied the world.

“The government and people of Pakistan will continue to stand with our Chinese friends in their endeavour to realise national rejuvenati­on,” he said.

Khan wished Premier Li Keqiang health, happiness and success, and said he looked forward to meet him in near future. —

 ??  ?? Prime Minister Imran Khan congratula­tes his Chinese counterpar­t Li Keqiang on his country’s national day.
Prime Minister Imran Khan congratula­tes his Chinese counterpar­t Li Keqiang on his country’s national day.

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