ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has left on a two-day visit to China today.
Accompanied by a high level delegation, he is undertaking the visit at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang.
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This is Prime Minister’s first visit to China since assuming office in April this year and follows his meeting with President Xi Jinping in Uzbekistan on 16th September this year.
Shortly before leaving for China, PM Shehbaz Sharif took to Twitter saying he was honored to be the among the first few leaders to have been invited after the historic 20th National Congress of the CPC.
Leaving for Beijing today. Honoured to be among the first few leaders to have been invited after the historic 20th National Congress of the CPC. At a time when the world is grappling with multiple challenges, Pakistan & China stand together as friends & partners. 1/2
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) November 1, 2022
Prime Minister’s visit represents the continuity of frequent leadership level exchanges between Pakistan and China.
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The Prime Minister will meet with President Xi Jinping and hold delegation level talks with Premier Li Keqiang.
The two sides will review the All-Weather Strategic Cooperation Partnership and exchange views on regional and global developments.
The visit is also expected to advance the wide ranging bilateral cooperation agenda with the conclusion of a number of MoUs/Agreements in diverse areas.
