China congratulates Pakistan on successful elections

BEIJING: China extended congratulations to Pakistan for the successful conduct of its recent general election.

Spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry Mao Ning issued the statement during a routine press briefing on Monday.

Mao’s remarks, as reported by Xinhua, underscored China’s acknowledgment of Pakistan’s electoral process held on February 8.

Emphasizing China’s status as a close and amicable neighbour, Mao affirmed China’s full respect for the democratic choice exercised by the Pakistani populace.

Additionally, Mao expressed China’s earnest desire for all stakeholders in Pakistan to collaborate in upholding political cohesion and societal tranquility post-election, striving collectively to shape the nation’s future development.

China and Pakistan share a robust strategic partnership built on enduring camaraderie.

Mao conveyed China’s anticipation of further bolstering the traditional friendship and enhancing pragmatic cooperation across various domains.

She highlighted the aim of deepening ties to foster an even closer China-Pakistan community, envisioned to benefit both nations’ citizenry in the coming era.