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Sharif's China Visit: $8.5B for CPEC 2.0 Agreements

9/5/2025

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  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to China led to 21 agreements totaling $8.5 billion, targeting CPEC 2.0.
  • Leaders committed to the upgraded CPEC, introducing five new corridors for socio-economic growth.
  • Sharif urged prompt action on key projects, including the Main Line-1 railway and Gwadar Port.
  • Both countries seek to boost trade and tech collaboration, focusing on artificial intelligence and space exploration.
  • Pakistan intends to issue Panda Bonds in China to enhance financial relations.