Strategic partnership, regional security and defence cooperation dominate high-level talks
Beijing: Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, met Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time since assuming his elevated rank, marking a significant moment in the strategic partnership between the two nations. The meeting, held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, focused on strengthening bilateral ties, deepening defence collaboration, and addressing emerging regional security challenges.
During the discussions, President Xi reaffirmed China’s commitment to its “all-weather” friendship with Pakistan, emphasizing that the two countries share common interests in maintaining peace and stability in the region. He highlighted the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a flagship initiative under the Belt and Road framework and reiterated China’s willingness to expand cooperation in energy, infrastructure, and technology.
Field Marshal Munir expressed Pakistan’s gratitude for China’s unwavering support and underlined the strategic importance of the military and economic partnership between the two nations. He assured Beijing of Pakistan’s resolve to safeguard CPEC projects and maintain security for Chinese personnel working in Pakistan.
The two leaders also discussed evolving security dynamics in South Asia, including recent tensions in the region, and agreed to enhance joint military exercises, training programs, and intelligence sharing to tackle emerging threats.
This high-level interaction comes amid significant geopolitical shifts, as both Pakistan and China face growing external pressures. Analysts believe the meeting signals a renewed commitment to deeper military and economic cooperation in the face of regional uncertainties.