Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Islamabad on August 21, 2025, for high-level talks with Pakistan. Pakistan, China hold strategic dialogue, reaffirm ‘all-weather’ partnership during the sixth round of the Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue. Hosted by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the meeting focused on strengthening ties. Both nations reviewed their deep cooperation in trade, defense, and regional stability.
The talks highlighted the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a key part of their partnership. Pakistan, China hold strategic dialogue, reaffirm ‘all-weather’ partnership to boost economic growth and connectivity. Wang Yi met with Pakistani leaders, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, to discuss mutual interests. Both sides pledged to deepen collaboration in agriculture, energy, and counter-terrorism. They also emphasized support for each other’s core issues, with Pakistan backing China on Taiwan and China supporting Pakistan’s sovereignty.
The dialogue followed recent consultations on arms control and non-proliferation in Beijing. Both countries aim to promote peace and development in South Asia. Pakistan, China hold strategic dialogue, reaffirm ‘all-weather’ partnership to counter regional challenges. The visit, Wang’s second to Pakistan in three years, underscores frequent high-level exchanges. It sets the stage for Sharif’s upcoming trip to Beijing for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit.
Despite Pakistan’s growing ties with the U.S., China insists their bond remains strong. The talks addressed regional tensions, including India-Pakistan relations. Both nations aim to maintain stability through dialogue. The partnership, rooted in decades of cooperation, continues to focus on economic progress and security.
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