KARACHI: The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Karachi Yang Yundong on Thursday reaffirmed the enduring and “ironclad” friendship between China and Pakistan, saying bilateral relations have grown stronger, more resilient, and more comprehensive with time.
Addressing the 2026 Chinese New Year Media Reception, the consul general said the Year of the Horse symbolizes vitality, determination, and success, expressing hope that the new year would bring progress and prosperity for both nations.
He noted that cooperation between China and Pakistan—particularly in Sindh and Balochistan—continued to advance steadily, achieving new milestones under the strategic guidance of leaders of both countries and with the constructive role played by the media.
Yang Yundong praised Pakistani media for acting as a bridge of understanding between the two peoples through extensive coverage of China-Pakistan friendship, high-level exchanges, and joint development projects. He said journalists have played an important role in introducing China’s achievements in infrastructure, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, agriculture, and modernization to the Pakistani public.
The consul general also appreciated media participation in exchange visits to China, stating that firsthand exposure had strengthened people-to-people ties and cultural understanding. He added that Pakistani journalists have contributed valuable policy insights and served as a “think tank” in promoting cooperation, particularly under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Version 2.0.
Highlighting China’s economic performance, Yang said 2025— the final year of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan—marked steady growth despite global challenges. China achieved around 5 percent economic growth, with GDP reaching 140 trillion yuan (about 20 trillion US dollars), alongside progress in green development, innovation, and reform.
He said 2026 marks the beginning of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, focusing on high-quality development, innovation-driven growth, artificial intelligence governance, green transition, and high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.
The consul general termed 2026 a milestone year as China and Pakistan celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations. He referred to the recent visit of Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to China, during which both sides launched anniversary celebrations and reaffirmed the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership.
Yang Yundong emphasized that China-Pakistan friendship remains a vital strategic asset and a stabilizing force for the region and world. He urged the media to continue playing an active role in strengthening bilateral relations and highlighting the vision of a China-Pakistan Community with a Shared Future.
Concluding his address, the consul general called for renewed cooperation to further promote the longstanding friendship between the two countries.
He extended New Year greetings to the media community, wishing them good health, success, and prosperity, and concluded with the message: “China-Pakistan Dosti Zindabad.”
Earlier, a documentary regarding life of the people of the China in villages, cities with state of the art technology in economic development, agriculture, industry, music and arts. The documentary was visualized with ruch cultural heritage and development of the People’s Republic of China.
Senior journalists Nasim, Iqbal Baloch, anchor person Raja Anis and Manzar Naqvi, who had previously visited China, shared their views regarding China’s development. They highlighted the achievement of the Chinese Government for the people of great nation.
The reception began with the national anthems of the both friendly countries.
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