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Chinese President Xi Jinping Extends Congratulations to Pakistan's New President Asif Ali Zardari

Kalyani Jha
10 Mar, 2024

Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended warm congratulations to Asif Ali Zardari on his resounding election as Pakistan's 14th President. In a message to Zardari, President Xi emphasized the enduring and steadfast friendship between China and Pakistan, describing it as a "choice of history" and a "precious treasure of the two peoples."

President Xi highlighted the close and multifaceted relationship between the two nations, emphasizing their status as good neighbors, friends, partners, and brothers. He underscored the recent achievements in bilateral cooperation, including the successful development of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which has bolstered the strategic significance of their relationship, particularly in light of current global challenges.

Expressing his high regard for the development of China-Pakistan relations, President Xi reaffirmed his commitment to advancing practical cooperation across various fields. He expressed readiness to work closely with President Zardari to deepen the traditional friendship between China and Pakistan, promote greater development of their strategic partnership, and foster a closer community with a shared future.

President Xi's message comes amidst a period of political transition in Pakistan, with Asif Ali Zardari assuming the presidency for the second time. The return of Zardari, along with prominent political figures such as Shehbaz Sharif and Nawaz Sharif, is seen as a stabilizing factor amid the country's internal challenges and economic crisis.

The historic and enduring ties between China and Pakistan have been further solidified by the consistent support and cooperation between their respective leaderships. As President Zardari embarks on his new tenure, the strengthened partnership between China and Pakistan is poised to contribute to regional stability and prosperity, benefiting both nations and their peoples.