PM Shehbaz’s China visit covers meetings with President Xi, SCO Summit, CPEC 2.0 projects, trade, investment, and strengthening Pakistan China ties
Strengthening Bilateral Ties
PM Shehbaz’s visit to China began on August 30, marking a six day official trip at the invitation of President Xi Jinping. The visit highlights the importance of Pakistan China relations, built on trust, strategic alignment, and shared economic goals.
Key Meetings with Chinese Leadership
During his trip, PM Shehbaz’s visit to China will include meetings with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. These talks will focus on strengthening political, economic, and defense ties, as well as advancing cooperation under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC) framework.
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CPEC Phase-II: Expanding Cooperation
A major highlight of PM Shehbaz visit to China is pushing forward CPEC 2.0, which emphasizes industrialization, agriculture, energy, and connectivity projects. Both nations see CPEC as the backbone of regional growth and long term partnership.
Participation in SCO Summit
PM Shehbaz’s visit to China also includes attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of State Summit in Tianjin. Over 20 world leaders, including India’s Narendra Modi and Russia’s Vladimir Putin, will join the summit, making it one of the largest regional gatherings.
Business and Investment Opportunities
On PM Shehbaz visit to China, the Prime Minister will interact with Chinese business leaders and top executives to explore trade and investment opportunities. He will also address the Pakistan China B2B Investment Conference in Beijing, aimed at encouraging industrial and economic partnerships
Cultural and Diplomatic Engagements
As part of PM Shehbaz visit to China, he will attend a military parade in Beijing alongside President Xi and other world leaders, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the World’s Anti Fascist War. Such engagements reaffirm Pakistan China’s cultural and diplomatic bond.
Reaffirming Strategic Partnership
The Foreign Office noted that PM Shehbaz visit to China will reaffirm support on core interests, strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors, and ensure regular dialogue on global and regional issues. The trip underscores Pakistan’s commitment to deepening its All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership with China.
