Doha, November 5: Chinese Vice President Han Zheng lauded Pakistan’s contributions to regional peace, stability, and counterterrorism efforts during a meeting with President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday. The discussion took place on the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar, where Zardari is representing Pakistan.
According to a statement issued by the Presidency, the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the “all-weather strategic cooperative partnership” between Pakistan and China. Vice President Han conveyed warm greetings from Chinese President Xi Jinping and appreciated Pakistan’s continued efforts to promote regional harmony and combat terrorism.
President Asif Ali Zardari met Vice President of China Han Zheng on the sidelines of the 2nd World Summit for Social Development in Doha. The two leaders reaffirmed their resolve to deepen the all-weather strategic partnership and advance shared goals of peace and prosperity. pic.twitter.com/sgbmqdRRbC
— The President of Pakistan (@PresOfPakistan) November 5, 2025
President Zardari, in turn, recalled his recent visit to China and reiterated that Pakistan and China are “iron brothers and all-weather partners.” He expressed gratitude for China’s steadfast support through economic and political challenges, emphasizing that friendship with China remains the cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy.
The president commended China’s sustained role in the success of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), noting that the project has now entered its “second phase of high-quality development.” Zardari also underscored the importance of deepening cooperation in emerging areas such as technology, energy, and infrastructure to accelerate mutual growth.
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Vice President Han assured that China would continue to support Pakistan’s economic development, particularly under the new phase of CPEC. He highlighted China’s commitment to enhancing collaboration in key sectors, including transport, information technology, agriculture, and vocational training.
Both leaders agreed to maintain close coordination on issues of shared interest at regional and international forums. The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of mutual trust and the shared vision of advancing peace and prosperity in the region.
President Zardari was accompanied by MNA Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, and Pakistan’s ambassador to Qatar during the meeting.
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