How does a friendship between nations last over seven decades? 🤝 A new panel discussion, From Summit Hall to Shared Story, dives into the heart of the China-Pakistan bond—a relationship dubbed “ironclad brothers”—through generational stories, diplomatic wins, and cultural threads that keep these nations connected.
Legacy in Action 🕰️
Geng Jing, granddaughter of General Geng Biao (a key architect of early China-Pakistan ties), shared how her family’s three-generation commitment mirrors the partnership’s evolution. “It’s not just history—it’s about passing the torch,” she said, highlighting youth exchanges and tech collaborations shaping tomorrow.
Diplomacy with Depth 🌐
Ambassadors Khalil Hashmi and Zhang Chunxiang unpacked milestones: from the Karakoram Highway to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). “Trust is our currency,” noted Hashmi, while Zhang emphasized “shared development goals” as the glue in turbulent times.
Culture as the Connector 🎨
Scholars and artists revealed how Urdu poetry translations, joint archaeology projects, and viral TikTok collabs (yes, really! 🎶) bridge everyday people. One panelist joked, “Our friendship isn’t just government-level—it’s in the biryani and baozi.”
With CPEC expanding and Gen Z driving digital ties, this “all-weather partnership” shows no signs of slowing. As Wang Guan, the panel’s host, put it: “This isn’t just diplomacy—it’s a shared story.” 📖
