President Zardari departs for week-long visit to China

Lahore (Web Desk): President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday departed from Lahore on a week-long official visit to China.

Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan saw off the president at the Allama Iqbal International Airport in Lahore and offered his best wishes for the journey.

The visit is being described as important for further strengthening Pakistan–China relations, enhancing economic cooperation, and expanding mutual collaboration in various sectors.

Earlier the Foreign Office (FO) said that the visit is being undertaken at the invitation of the Chinese government.

In a statement shared on X, it was noted that the president will visit Changsha in Hunan Province from April 25 to 27, followed by Sanya in Hainan Province from April 28 to May 1.

“He will hold meetings with provincial leadership to discuss Pakistan–China bilateral relations, with a particular focus on economic and trade cooperation and the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC),” the FO said.

The FO further highlighted that the trip continues the tradition of regular high-level exchanges between Pakistan and China, and also carries special significance as it coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

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