Grand Reception to Mark 70th Anniversary of Establishment of China-Pak Diplomatic Ties

Islamabad/ Beijing; On 21 May 2021, a grand reception was held at the Diaoyutai State House to mark the 70th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic ties between Pakistan and China.

The reception was attended by the diplomatic envoys, high ranking Chinese officials, businessmen, intellectuals, representatives of media organisations and prominent citizens from both sides.

The event was jointly hosted by the Embassy of Pakistan in China and Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with the Foreign Countries (CPAFFC). H.E. Mr. Wang Qishan, the Vice-President of the People’s Republic of China especially graced the event.

Speaking at the occasion, Vice-President paid glowing tribute to the succeeding generations and leadership of two countries for their sacrifices to deepen Pakistan-China friendship.

Reaffirming China’s strong commitment to strengthening strategic ties with Pakistan, the Vice-President said that Pakistan-China ties were driven by mutual respect, bilateral understanding and commonality of interest.

Vice-President Wang added that the two countries would continue deepening their friendship for the prosperity of their peoples and regional peace and stability.

Thanking Vice-President Wang for his warm sentiments for Pakistan, Ambassador Moin-ul-Haq said that friendship between Pakistan and China was unprecedented in history of inter-state relations due to its scope and depth.

He added that 70th anniversary was an opportune moment for the two sides to take pride in their past achievements and reaffirm their resolve to expand bilateral friendship to new areas of cooperation.

During the reception, Vice-President Wang and Ambassador of Pakistan also cut a special cake to celebrate the event.

The children of Pakistan and China, dressed in traditional dresses, sang national songs which were deeply appreciated by the audience. The event was moderated by Mr. Lin Songtian, the President of CPAFFC.