BEIJING: Caretaker Prime Minister assumed the role of host at an engaging roundtable session focused on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in the vibrant city of Beijing. The roundtable event convened esteemed academics, scholars, and researchers from renowned Chinese think tanks and academic institutions.
In his address, the Prime Minister elucidated Pakistan’s vision for CPEC, underpinned by a profound aspiration for regional connectivity and the enduring pursuit of sustainable development. He underscored the pivotal role CPEC has played in transforming Pakistan’s socio-economic landscape over the past decade.
Furthermore, the Prime Minister underscored that CPEC is a cornerstone of the Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, which thrives on mutual understanding and respect between the two nations.
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar addressed a round table of Chinese Think Tanks, Researchers, and Scholars from Chinese Institutes in Beijing today. pic.twitter.com/w6uEZjLKIx
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Reflecting on the accomplishments of CPEC thus far, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of assessing the journey, recognizing achievements, gleaning insights from past experiences, and charting a course for the next phase, which envisions high-quality development for the project. He also conveyed the mutual agreement to transform CPEC into a conduit for growth, sustainable livelihoods, innovation, openness, and environmentally friendly development.
Mr. Ren Libo, President of Grandview Institute called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar in Beijing today. pic.twitter.com/B1lKKUZ6b8
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) October 17, 2023
Chinese academics and scholars, in their remarks, echoed the profound importance and significance of CPEC as an exemplary partnership between Pakistan and China, operating within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). They reiterated the unwavering commitment of Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan’s Special Economic Zones and contribute to the ongoing prosperity of CPEC, bolstering regional connectivity and sustainable development.
At the roundtable, the consensus emerged that the collective endeavors of the two nations can elevate CPEC to serve as a pivotal hub for regional trade and connectivity, fostering valuable people-to-people exchanges.
