ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China on Monday signed a series of agreements covering key sectors including economy, climate change, agriculture, trade, education, science and technology, media, and counterterrorism. The agreements aim to further deepen bilateral cooperation and expand strategic engagement between the two countries.
The accords were signed during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s four-day official visit to China, where he also held high-level talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang. The two leaders reviewed the full scope of bilateral relations along with evolving regional developments.
Strengthening Economic and Sectoral Cooperation
During the signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Premier Li Qiang witnessed officials from both sides exchange documents formalising multiple memorandums of understanding.
The agreements included cooperation on economic development, environment and climate change, free trade, human resource development, agriculture, and food security. In addition, both sides signed protocols related to agricultural exports such as dried fruits, nuts, and maize, along with veterinary vaccine donations.
Moreover, Pakistan and China also agreed on cooperation in conformity assessment, media collaboration, and capacity building between academic and government institutions, including the Party School of the CPC Central Committee and Pakistan’s National School of Public Policy. Further agreements covered counterterrorism equipment support, science and technology exchanges, and documentary co-production initiatives to enhance people-to-people ties.
Regional Peace and Diplomatic Coordination
In parallel discussions, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted progress in regional diplomacy, particularly in efforts related to the US-Iran dialogue and broader Gulf stability. He expressed appreciation for China’s support in promoting peace and acknowledged that significant progress had been made in easing tensions.
Furthermore, he noted that Pakistan had played a mediating role alongside key regional partners to support ceasefire efforts and restore stability. He emphasized that regional peace remains essential for global economic recovery, especially for energy-importing countries like Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Chinese Premier Li Qiang reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to strengthening strategic ties with Pakistan and expanding practical cooperation. He stated that both countries continue to support each other and work toward building a shared future based on long-standing friendship and mutual trust.
