PESHAWAR: The Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi has said that China, a brotherly neighboring country, has supported Pakistan in every difficult time, and Pakistan has never been left behind. He said that although today Pakistan is facing a difficult economic situation, the economic plan that China has initiated as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) will definitely start a new era of economic development in Pakistan.
Governor Kundi expressed these views while addressing a ceremony organized to mark the 73rd anniversary of the establishment of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations at China Window, a Chinese cultural center in Peshawar. Consul Generals of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Afghanistan, along with a large number of personalities from different walks of life, were present on this occasion.
The Governor visited various galleries of the China Window, signed the friendship wall, and recorded his views in the guest book. He also officially inaugurated a video on Pakistan-China friendship and cut the 73rd anniversary cake.
Addressing the ceremony, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi said that Pakistan-China friendship is higher than the Himalayas, sweeter than honey, and deeper than the oceans. These are not just words; they reflect the sentiments and feelings of every Pakistani. The main reason for this bond is the mutual relationship based on seven decades, which has brought the people of the two countries closer, strengthening the bond of friendship over time.
Kundi said that CPEC will start a new era of economic development in Pakistan. He said this plan would stabilize the economy of Pakistan. He said that the CPEC project was a journey of success during the tenure of President Asif Ali Zardari. The Pakistan People’s Party has always considered Pakistan-China friendship very important and has taken practical steps for economic development between the two countries. Faisal Karim Kundi expressed his happiness that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit China from June 4, and the second phase of CPEC will be discussed for speedy implementation. Not only foreign but also Pakistani investors will be interested, and the factories set up here will lead to exports and increased economic activities in the province, providing employment to people. He added
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi further said that the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China has been 73 years. During this period, the governments of both countries and especially the friendship between the people, have been a source of pride. China has always valued us more than itself, and Pakistan has reciprocated its friendship with China. Today’s event is proof of this. China Window in Peshawar sends a message not only to the people of Peshawar but also to the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to strengthen their friendship with their Chinese sisters and brothers. He said that China Window has provided a wonderful opportunity to bring the people of the two countries closer and share in each other’s happiness.
On behalf of the federal government, the governor congratulated the people of China on the occasion of the 73rd anniversary of friendship and expressed the hope that the people of Pakistan and China will continue to share in each other’s happiness in the future. He inaugurated the China Window, calling it an important center of friendship, and said that the federal government would provide all possible patronage to China Window.
Earlier, the Administrator of China Window, Amjad Aziz Malik, said in his speech that the month of May marks the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, and this time we are celebrating the 73rd anniversary of our relations. This eternal journey of seven decades of friendship continues successfully. Examples of friendship between Pakistan and China are given all over the world.
The main reason for this is the geographical situation of the region on the one hand, and the love and affection between the people of the two countries on the other, which is growing stronger with every passing moment. This journey of friendship between Pakistan and China began on May 21, 1951, and since then, where China has supported Pakistan in every difficult time, Pakistan has always taken a step forward and participated in every joy and sorrow of the Chinese people. Today, when the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has become a crucial project for Pakistan’s economic development, we believe that the economic future of our dear country is connected with this great project.
Amjad Aziz Malik said that the Pakistan People’s Party, and especially President Asif Zardari, not only played an important role in starting the CPEC project but even today wishes for the project to progress swiftly. In this regard, the leadership of the Pakistan People’s Party deserves commendation. He further mentioned that this state-of-the-art Chinese cultural center has been established for almost five years, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has seen reduced activity, during which the number of visitors to this center has exceeded 200,000. Now, this center is not only a tourism hub but also a venue for events related to various fields of life.
Chinese language courses are also taught at this center. So far, 300 children and people from different walks of life have completed the first two courses of the Chinese language. He further informed that China Window has also signed an agreement with the Chinese Language Department of Harbin Engineering University of China, under which online classes are held twice a week. Similarly, China Window has awarded scholarships to three students from the province on behalf of the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan. Later, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi cut the cake celebrating the Pakistan-China friendship anniversary.
