Pakistan capable of bringing stability to region: Chinese FM
June 25, 2017
ISLAMABAD: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Sunday that Pakistan has the capability to bring stability to the region, adding that in order to put that thought to fruition a meeting should be held of Pakistan, China and Afghanistan.
The Chinese Foreign Minister is currently on a visit to Pakistan, during which he met President Mamnoon Hussain and made the above-mentioned statements.
The Chinese FM further said that the future of Pak-China friendship’s future is outstanding.
Later in the day, the Chinese FM along with Adviser to Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz gave a joint press briefing, after holding a meeting at the PM House.
Sartaj Aziz said that Pakistan and China see eye to eye when it comes to the balance of power in Pakistan.
Peace in Afghanistan is in favour of Pakistan, said Sartaj Aziz, adding that it was agreed to increase cooperation among China, Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Chinese Foreign minister Wang Yi on Saturday arrived in Pakistan on a two-day visit to discuss the bilateral ties.
Chinese FM meets COAS
Chinese FM and his delegation called on Chief of Army Staff Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa today, according to ISPR.
In the meeting, matters of mutual interest and regional security with special reference to Afghanistan’s situation and the CPEC plan were discussed.
The Chinese FM recognised the efforts and sacrifices given by Pakistan Army. Pakistan’s role regarding regional economic development was also recognised, said the ISPR press release.
The COAS thanked the Chinese FM for his visit and unwavering support of his country to Pakistan, according to the ISPR.
