Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has started his official visit to China on the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. He left Lahore for Tianjin along with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, and the Prime Minister’s Advisor Tariq Fatemi.
During this visit, the Prime Minister will attend the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit. In his address at the summit, he will share Pakistan’s vision of promoting peace, boosting regional connectivity, and improving development opportunities for people across the region.
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He will also highlight the impact of climate change on South Asian countries. The Prime Minister plans to discuss the rise in natural disasters and stress the need for collective action to protect the environment and ensure a secure future for the region’s people.
In addition to his speech, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will hold meetings with several international leaders at the summit. These discussions are expected to focus on strengthening cooperation in trade, security, and sustainable growth.
After his engagements in Tianjin, he will travel to Beijing. There, at the special invitation of President Xi Jinping, he will attend the 80th anniversary celebrations of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance. He will also hold one-on-one meetings with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. The talks will center on expanding bilateral cooperation, especially in trade, energy, and development projects.
A major highlight of the visit will be the second Business-to-Business (B2B) Investment Conference. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will chair this event and meet the heads of leading Chinese companies. He will inform them about Pakistan’s investor-friendly policies and encourage them to explore business opportunities in energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors.
The visit reflects Pakistan’s strong commitment to its partnership with China. It is expected to open new doors for investment, deepen economic ties, and enhance cooperation between the two countries at both regional and global levels.
FAQs
1. What is the purpose of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to China?
He is attending the SCO Summit, meeting Chinese leaders, and promoting investment opportunities in Pakistan.
2. Who is traveling with him?
Ishaq Dar, Attaullah Tarar, and Tariq Fatemi are part of the official delegation.
3. What issues will he raise at the SCO Summit?
He will discuss peace, regional connectivity, development, and the dangers of climate change.
4. What events will he join in Beijing?
He will attend the 80th anniversary of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance and hold bilateral meetings.
5. How will this visit help Pakistan?
It will strengthen Pakistan-China relations, attract Chinese investment, and promote economic growth.
