President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed on Wednesday the “iron ties” of Pakistan with China in their greetings to the Chinese people in the Chinese New Year.
The Chinese New Year falls on the second new moon after winter solstice on December 21. Every year, the New Year in China falls on a different date than in the Gregorian calendar. The dates generally vary at some point between February 21 and 20. This year is the year of the snake.
Pakistan has a strong bilateral relationship with China, which has supported it through many investments and development projects such as the Chinese-Pakistan economic corridor project, described by Pakistani officials as a “line of life” for the economy.
President Zardari, in a letter to his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, “reaffirmed his commitment to strengthen Ironclad’s friendship between the two countries, saying that he hopes to meet with President Xi Jinping in Beijing to exchange views on the strengthening of bilateral cooperation and advance in the best of friendship “, Pakistan radio reported.
The president said that Pakistan would continue to be firmly committed to China’s policy, emphasizing that “this is the cornerstone of our foreign policy.”
In a pre -recorded speech to congratulate the president and Chinese people, Prime Minister Shehbaz said: “This iron brotherhood remains a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy, reflecting the deep respect and admiration that our nations remains with each other “
“For us in Pakistan, China’s success story serves as a lighthouse of inspiration and trust,” the prime minister continued.
He added: “Pakistan and China share a durable bond of friendship, a relationship that has been promoted from generation to generation, a relationship that has been promoted from generation to generation, our friendly cross ties, rooted in mutual trust and shared aspirations, They have now transformed into a comprehensive strategic association. “
Prime Minister Shehbaz said that the Chinese New Year “means renewal, transformation and the promise of new beginnings.” He pointed out that families and friends gather to share traditional meals, exchange gifts and invite blessings for the year.
“The year of the snake, a symbol of wisdom and vitality, reminds us of the importance of resilience and collective strength as we assume the challenges and strive for a brighter future,” he said.
The prime minister concluded by saying: “That this year bring good fortune and continuous success to our two great nations and strengthen unwavering ties between our two peoples, Pakistan and China for a shared future.”
