Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to the high-quality development of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) 2.0, emphasizing industrialization, Special Economic Zones (SEZs), clean energy, agriculture, and livelihood projects. The renewed focus on CPEC underscores its vital role in fostering regional connectivity, mutual cooperation, and shared prosperity.
Progress in CPEC 2.0
The announcement came during the fifth meeting of the CPEC Joint Working Group on International Cooperation and Coordination (JWG-ICC), held in Beijing. Co-chaired by Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch and China’s Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong, the meeting highlighted the progress made since the last session in Islamabad. Both sides acknowledged CPEC as a cornerstone of their economic partnership and a shining example of the enduring friendship between the two nations.
Strategic Vision for CPEC
China’s Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong presented the vision for five new corridors under CPEC 2.0: Growth, Livelihood, Innovation, Open, and Green Corridors. These align with Pakistan’s national development framework, centered on the “5 Es”: Exports, E-Pakistan, Energy, Environment, and Equity. This integrated approach aims to enhance economic growth, sustainable development, and social well-being.
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Strengthening Bilateral Relations
During the discussions, both countries celebrated the strong trajectory of their bilateral relations and emphasized their commitment to further deepening their all-weather strategic cooperative partnership. They reaffirmed their resolve to foster people-to-people connections, cultural exchanges, and media collaborations. These efforts aim to build a stronger China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the modern era.
Regional and International Cooperation
The meeting also covered regional and global issues of mutual concern. Both sides agreed to strengthen coordination at multilateral forums, including the United Nations Security Council. They emphasized the importance of high-level exchanges and dialogue mechanisms to address shared challenges and seize opportunities for collaboration.
Enduring Friendship and Shared Goals
Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch described the Pakistan-China relationship as unique and special. She emphasized that the people of Pakistan deeply value the enduring friendship with China, which has stood the test of time. Both nations reiterated their commitment to supporting each other’s strategic goals and deepening their partnership across various domains.
Meetings with Chinese Officials
In addition to the JWG-ICC meeting, Foreign Secretary Baloch held discussions with China’s Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu. These talks further explored bilateral ties and regional developments, reaffirming the mutual trust and shared vision of both countries.
By advancing CPEC 2.0, Pakistan and China aim to create economic opportunities, strengthen regional connectivity, and address critical development challenges. This renewed focus promises to transform the region and further solidify the bond between the two nations.
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