Pak-China strategic cooperative partnership guarantee for peace, PM

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Pak-China strategic cooperative partnership guarantee for peace, security of region: PM
ISLAMABAD, May 24 (INP): Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan and China enjoy “special” relations, which are characterized as “all weather and time tested”. He added that over the years, this friendship and comprehensive partnership between the two countries has matured into a vibrant multi dimensional “strategic cooperative partnership” which is of great importance for peace and security of the region.
The Prime Minister was talking to Chinese Defence Minister, Gen Liang Guangile who called on him at PM’s House here on Monday.
The Prime Minister stated that Pakistan highly values Chinese support and cooperation. He said that China and Pakistan share common perceptions on regional and international security and strategic issues. He added that Pakistan-China Defense and Security interaction is playing positive role in this direction.
Expressing satisfaction over the progress of JF-17 and F22-P projects, the Prime Minister observed that the induction of 1st F22-P Frigate, PNS Zulfiqar into Pakistan Navy (The first brand new ship ever to enter PN) and PNS SHAMSHER has enhanced the professional capabilities to safeguard the territorial waters of the country.
The Prime Minister appreciated regular communication between Pakistan military and the PLA. He appreciated the gesture of the Chinese side in extending credit facilities to Pakistan Armed Forces for purchase of defence equipment.  He also appreciated that the companies like China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) and China National Electronic Import and Export Corporation (CEIEC) etc are offering the credit to Pakistan Armed Forces.
He also underlined the urgent requirements of Pakistan defense forces including the helicopters and night vision devices for effective operations against the militants.
The Prime Minister urged more exchanges of training and goodwill visits between the armed forces of the two countries.

The Prime Minister offered condolence at the destruction and loss of human life by the recent earthquake in the Qinghai province in China. He expressed the confidence that the brave and resolute Chinese people will overcome the effects of this natural calamity and also expressed the resolve that Pakistan stands with the Chinese brethren in these testing times.
The Prime Minister congratulated him and the Chinese administration on the excellent conduct of 60th Anniversary of the Peoples Republic of China and impressive opening ceremony of the ongoing Shanghai EXPO-2010. He also wished him good luck and success for the excellent conduct of upcoming Asian Games 2010.
He thanked the Chinese Government for allowing the opening of Khunjerab Pass after the Hunza landslide in January 2010.

The Prime Minister assured that the Government of Pakistan is according highest priority to the security of Chinese nationals. He added that there is close contact with the Chinese Ambassador in Islamabad for coordination in this regard.