LONG LIVE PAK CHINA FRIENDSHIP

94th Anniversary of the founding of Chinese Peoples’ Liberation Army (PLA) was commemorated at GHQ. General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) was the Chief Guest on the occasion.

94th Anniversary of the founding of Chinese Peoples’ Liberation Army (PLA) was commemorated at GHQ. General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Ambassador of China to Pakistan; His Excellency Mr Nong Rong, Defence Attache; Major General Chen Wenrong, officials from Chinese Embassy & officers from tri-services of Pakistan attended the event. Speaking on the occasion, China’s Defence Attaché thanked COAS for hosting a reception on the eve of PLA’s 94th Anniversary. Recalling Chinese President Mr Xi Jinping’s view that Pakistan Armed Forces are the mainstay of Pak-China strategic relations, the Defence Attaché said China & Pakistan are iron brothers, all-weather friends & strategic partners. No matter how the world situation changes, we will always stand together in safeguarding our national sovereignty, territorial integrity & maintaining regional peace & stability. COAS felicitated leadership & lauded PLA’s role in China’s defence, security & nation building. Highlighting various facets of the deep rooted ties between the two states, militaries & the people, COAS said Pakistan China relationship is unique & robust that has proven its resilience in the face of challenges. In the evolving security milieu, Pakistan China partnership is becoming increasingly important for regional peace and stability. COAS said our past & present testify that we never give into challenges. PLA & Pakistan Army are brothers in arms & our relationship will continue to contribute towards safeguarding our collective interests, COAS concluded.