PM Shehbaz lauds Pak-China friendship as both countries mark 75 years of diplomatic relations

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday lauded the steadfast Pakistan–China relationship, while a senior Chinese official affirmed that both countries will “always stand together firmly”.

The premier was addressing a ceremony in Islamabad to mark the 75th anniversary of Pakistan–China diplomatic relations.

President Asif Ali Zardari, Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gillani, National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishq Dar and other leaders were present on the occasion.

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