Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong praised Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to promote peace in the Middle East during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday.
The meeting underscores the strategic alignment between Beijing and Islamabad as they navigate regional instability and maintain a critical security partnership.
During the discussions in Islamabad, Jiang Zaidong highlighted the role Pakistan has played in facilitating diplomatic outreach and stability within the Middle East. The ambassador said that these efforts are vital for regional peace and reflect Pakistan's growing influence as a mediator in complex geopolitical conflicts.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the ambassador also discussed the broader bilateral relationship between China and Pakistan. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a strategic partnership that spans various sectors of cooperation, including infrastructure, and security.
This relationship is rooted in a long history of mutual support. The bond between China and Pakistan has lasted for 75 years [1] — a duration that has seen the two nations evolve into what is often described as "iron brothers."
Jiang Zaidong said that the deep ties between the two countries serve as a model for international cooperation. The meeting concluded with a shared emphasis on continuing the diplomatic momentum to ensure stability not only in the Middle East but across the wider region.
“Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong praised Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to promote peace in the Middle East.”
This meeting signals China's endorsement of Pakistan as a key diplomatic proxy in the Middle East. By publicly praising Pakistan's role in peace efforts, Beijing is strengthening its strategic leverage in the region and reinforcing a partnership that provides China with a critical foothold in South Asia.
