Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar pledged to deepen cooperation during high-level talks in Islamabad this week. The sixth round of strategic dialogue focused on economic upgrades, regional security, and cultural exchanges – all while dropping some serious friendship goals. 💼✨
Building a Shared Future
Wang emphasized China's commitment to implementing bilateral agreements and preparing for upcoming leadership meetings later this year. The two nations aim to supercharge the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) with new projects in tech, agriculture, and cybersecurity. Think of it as a friendship bracelet, but with infrastructure. 🚀🌾
Safety First, Always
With recent security concerns, Wang called for stronger protections for Chinese projects and personnel in Pakistan. Dar responded firmly: 'We're rolling out the red carpet and the security detail,' promising full safety measures and counter-terrorism efforts.
Global Team Players
Both ministers took a stand against unilateralism, vowing to defend multilateral trade systems. Pakistan also backed China's leadership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization ahead of the Tianjin Summit – squad goals for international diplomacy! 🌐🤝
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