Pakistani and Chinese Military Leaders Hold In-Depth Talks on Regional Security

China-Pakistani and Chinese Military Leaders Hold In-Depth Talks on Regional Security. Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang is scheduled to make an official visit to Pakistan next month, in October, according to sources. This visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations through the multi-billion-dollar corridor project and various cultural exchange initiatives.

This will be the first visit by a Chinese prime minister to Pakistan in 11 years, since Li Keqiang’s visit in May 2013. During that visit, Li Keqiang emphasized the importance of prioritizing cooperation in power generation.

Prime Minister Li Qiang is expected to be in Islamabad from October 14 to 16. His visit will include the signing of “significant agreements,” including proposals for the phased construction of the ML-I railway track. Additionally, there is a plan for him to address a joint session of Pakistan’s Parliament. On October 16, Premier Li will also participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting for heads of government.

Pakistan will host the SCO heads of government meeting from October 15 to 16, which will be preceded by a ministerial meeting and several rounds of senior officials’ meetings focusing on financial, economic, socio-cultural, and humanitarian cooperation among SCO member states.

Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch confirmed on Thursday that Pakistan has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the SCO meeting in Islamabad. Additionally, reports indicate that Pakistan has also extended an invitation to Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal to attend the event.

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The SCO meeting is expected to address trade and economic cooperation among member countries.

In related developments, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan’s intention to deepen its collaboration with China in key sectors such as information technology, artificial intelligence, and modern agriculture. Sharif highlighted the enduring strength of the Pakistan-China friendship, which has remained robust through various challenges over the years.

The upcoming visit by the Chinese prime minister follows a recent visit by General Li Qiaoming, Commander of the People’s Liberation Army Ground Forces, who was in Pakistan on August 26. During that visit, high-level military talks were held to discuss regional security concerns and strengthen defense ties in the face of a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.

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According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations, the recent meeting between Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir and General Li Qiaoming at the General Headquarters provided an opportunity for detailed discussions on various issues of mutual interest. These included regional security, military training, and steps to enhance bilateral defense cooperation.

In June, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited China and met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. During their meeting, the two leaders reiterated their commitment to the high-quality development and timely completion of major projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). They also agreed on the need to upgrade CPEC and advance its development into its second phase.

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