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Pakistan and China Strengthen Ties at 75th Anniversary

1/5/2026

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Pakistan-China Partnership

Pakistan and China reaffirmed their partnership during the 7th Strategic Dialogue in Beijing, co-chaired by Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (Pakistan) and Wang Yi (Chinese counterpart).
They celebrated the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties and agreed to boost cooperation in trade, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and regional stability.
Dar reiterated Pakistan's support for China's core interests and pledged to deepen bilateral relations through ongoing celebrations and strategic initiatives.

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Lee Strengthens Ties

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung began a four-day state visit to China on January 4, 2026, the first by a South Korean leader in six years.
Lee will meet with President Xi Jinping to discuss trade, economic ties, and security issues.
He emphasized strengthening relations with China while maintaining ties with the United States.
Lee is accompanied by more than 200 business leaders, including executives from Samsung and Hyundai.

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Pakistan-China Partnership

Pakistan and China reaffirmed their partnership during the 7th Strategic Dialogue in Beijing, co-chaired by Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (Pakistan) and Wang Yi (Chinese counterpart).
They celebrated the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties and agreed to boost cooperation in trade, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and regional stability.
Dar reiterated Pakistan's support for China's core interests and pledged to deepen bilateral relations through ongoing celebrations and strategic initiatives.

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