Senator Afridi highlighted the all-weather strategic partnership and iron-brotherhood between the two countries. He emphasised that the bilateral relations has, over the years, led to strong collaboration in strategic, economic and defence areas, and  have witnessed promising collaborative milestones like China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the Karakorum Highway (KKH), Heavy Mechanical Complex, and multiple Joint Venture defence projects.  He also called for enhanced Chinese support to Pakistan to modernize its agriculture sector, build capacities and knowledge base of farmers and employ latest techniques and equipment to increase quality output, create more economic opportunities for people at the grass roots, and promote inclusive progress and sustainable development. 

 

In her response, Madam Shen said there was great opportunity and potential to further augment bilateral economic cooperation, strategic communication and bonds of friendship and mutual respect. China, she added, was ready to deepen development cooperation, green development, and provide assistance towards poverty reduction, industry, minerals, IT and other sectors. She also agreed to deepen cooperation between the two parliaments, including the revival of parliamentary exchanges.

 

Later, Madam Shen hosted an official banquet for the Deputy Chairman and his delegation.