IN a remarkable display of political unity, leaders from various political parties at an event organized by Pakistan-China Institute reaffirmed their support for China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The event indeed highlighted a significant point: despite their serious differences on domestic issues, the country’s political parties agree on the strategic importance of CPEC and the broader relationship with China. This unity is a powerful message to our Chinese friends, reflecting Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. Leaders from PML-N, PPP, PTI and other political parties collectively praised CPEC and China’s role in global and regional development, reinforcing the partnership’s vital role in Pakistan’s future.
CPEC has certainly emerged as a cornerstone of Pakistan-China relations, offering a transformative platform for economic growth. The initiative has already made substantial contributions, from infrastructure development to energy projects. Looking ahead, CPEC’s expansion into five new corridors—Innovation, Livelihood, Green Energy, Regional Development, and Employment Creation—presents unprecedented opportunities. These corridors are designed to address critical areas, including technological advancement, sustainable energy, regional development, and job creation, which are essential for our economic growth. The successful implementation of these corridors has the potential to reshape our economic landscape. To achieve this, it is imperative for our authorities concerned to engage proactively and effectively with their Chinese counterparts. This collaboration will ensure that the goals of these new corridors are met and that the benefits are realized in a timely manner. Our political unity on CPEC and its future projects reflects a strategic alignment with China. It is also important for our political parties to move forward and also take requisite steps to bring political stability in the country. By doing so, we can fast track not only implementation of the new corridors but also can attract investment from other sources including from Pakistani Diaspora.
