Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a congratulatory message to President Asif Ali Zardari on the occasion of March 23rd, Pakistan Day.
In his message, Xi said that “for a long time, the government and people of Pakistan have steadfastly safeguarded national sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and national dignity, overcome various risks and challenges, and advanced national development, making contributions to regional peace, stability, development, and prosperity.”
“As a close friend, China is sincerely pleased with Pakistan’s development achievements”, Xi added.
He stressed that this year marks the start of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan and the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Pakistan.
He expressed hope that both sides will carry forward their traditional friendship, enhance strategic communication and alignment of development strategies, and move forward together on their respective paths to modernization.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has also sent a congratulatory message to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
