CPEC brings economic activity, infrastructure and stability to Pakistan: Faisal Malik
Zubair Yaqoob Karachi
Consul General of China in Karachi Yang Yundong reaffirmed the unwavering nature of the China-Pakistan alliance, stating that “no force can limit the exemplary friendship between China and Pakistan.”
His remarks came during a meeting with Pakistan Observer Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Faisal Zahid Malik, accompanied by Assistant Editor Ebraheem Faisal Malik.
Yundong underscored that the Beijing-Islamabad relationship not only transcends mere strategic interests but rooted in decades of trust, shared values, and a joint vision for regional peace and development.
He reiterated China’s full support to Pakistan on core national matters including the Kashmir dispute while praising Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to the bilateral partnership.
“We support Pakistan. No force can limit the exemplary friendship between China and Pakistan,” Yundong said.
The meeting also highlighted President Xi Jinping’s global initiatives—the Global Development Initiative (GDI), the Global Security Initiative (GSI), and the Global Civilization Initiative (GCI) which aim to drive sustainable development and deepen cultural and security cooperation globally.
Pakistan has shown strong alignment with these policies, sharing Beijing’s view of an interconnected, peaceful, and progressive world.
A key part of the discussion focused on the evolving scope of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Yundong noted that the corridor has now entered a new phase—moving beyond infrastructure to focus on industrial cooperation, agriculture, innovation, and socio-economic uplift.
“CPEC is no longer just about roads or power plants.
It is a long-term vision for joint development,” he said.
Faisal Zahid Malik agreed, calling CPEC “a game changer” and reaffirming the Pakistan Observer’s support in countering misinformation and promoting factual narratives about the landmark project.
“CPEC brings not only economic activity and infrastructure growth but also stability to Pakistan and the region,” he stated.
The meeting also explored new avenues of media cooperation between the two nations.
Both sides discussed launching joint media forums, exchange programs, and journalist seminars to enhance people-to-people connectivity and mutual understanding.
CG Yundong suggested cultural outreach through academic collaborations, exhibitions, and performing arts, noting that soft diplomacy plays a key role in strengthening bilateral ties.
On the subject of security, the Consul General expressed confidence in Pakistan’s efforts to protect Chinese nationals and projects.
He proposed coordinated high-level visits and business delegations and offered to co-organize strategic forums involving policy think tanks and business leaders.
The meeting ended on an optimistic note, with both dignitaries affirming that the China-Pakistan friendship will continue to deepen and adapt—serving as a model of cooperation, resilience, and shared progress in a changing world.
