Pakistani leaders extend Chinese New Year greetings, reaffirm ironclad?ties

Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have extended warm Chinese New Year greetings to President Xi Jinping?and the Chinese people, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the ironclad friendship between the two nations.

According to an official press release from the Pakistani government, Zardari highlighted in his message to Xi the resilience and solidarity demonstrated by the two nations as all-weather strategic cooperative partners.

He also expressed his profound gratitude to Xi for his unwavering support in furthering China-Pakistan?relations, particularly his visionary leadership in advancing the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.

He said that China had made remarkable progress in 2024 across diverse fields?and lauded the enduring and ever-growing friendship between the?two sides.

In a video message, Sharif said China's awe-inspiring renaissance stands as one of the defining themes of the 2lst century.

"China's remarkable journey of progress and development is a testament to the wisdom and foresight of its visionary leader President Xi Jinping,"?Sharif said. "For us in Pakistan, China's success story serves as a beacon of inspiration?and confidence."

He stressed that the iron brotherhood between the two nations continues to be a cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy, reflecting the deep respect and admiration the two nations hold for each other.

"Thanks to our deep and abiding friendship, Pakistan and China stand united in their unwavering commitment to a better world. Together, we shall continue to make meaningful contribution to global peace, prosperity?and harmony,"?he added.