RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir said that relations between Pakistan and China are extraordinary and exemplary, reported citing Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR).

Military's media wing in statement said that 97th Anniversary of founding of People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China was commemorated at General Headquarters.

China's Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong was chief guest who was welcomed by COAS upon his arrival at GHQ. Major General Wang Zhong, Defence Attaché, Chinese Embassy officials and officers from tri-services of Pakistan attended event.

General Syed Asim Munir said relations between two countries are based on mutual trust and respect. "Relationship between Pakistan Army and Chinese People's Liberation Army is ideal and two armies are continuing to cooperate in various fields,"Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir added. Jiang Zaidong hailed Pakistan Army for its sacrifices in fight against terrorism.

He said that Pakistan Army is always at forefront of war against terrorism. "Pakistan Army made sacrifices for peace and stability of Pakistan and region," Chinese Ambassador added. Jiang Zaidong said that China is ready to work together to fight terrorism.

"No power can abolish Pakistan-China ideal friendship and brotherhood among forces of both countries, he said.

Published in The Daily National Courier, July, 19 2024

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