President Asif Ali Zardari has extended warm and heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of the People’s Republic of China on the occasion of their 76th National Day, marking the founding of the nation in 1949. In his official message from the Presidency, President Zardari stated that the people of Pakistan join their Chinese counterparts in celebrating this significant milestone, which reflects China’s remarkable journey of progress, unity, and national development. He lauded the visionary leadership of President Xi Jinping, acknowledging his role in advancing China’s innovation, global engagement, and sustainable development. “President Xi’s commitment to people-centric governance, shared prosperity, and fostering a community with a shared future for mankind continues to inspire the world,” he said. President Zardari highlighted the deepening and multifaceted nature of the Pakistan-China relationship, describing it as “time-tested and resilient.” He recalled the outcomes of his recent visits to China, noting that both countries reaffirmed their commitment to expanding trade, infrastructure cooperation, and strategic security collaboration. Emphasizing the importance of people-to-people ties, President Zardari stressed the need to strengthen collaboration in science, education, technology, and culture, calling these connections the “bedrock of our enduring partnership.” He conveyed his best wishes to President Xi Jinping for continued success and prosperity, and expressed hope that the friendship between Pakistan and China will continue to flourish. “Long live the Pakistan-China friendship,” he affirmed, reiterating the time-honored slogan that symbolizes the enduring bond between the two nations. PM’s message Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that the enduring and unbreakable bond between Pakistan and China had grown stronger over time, expressing the hope that the two countries would elevate their friendship and partnership to new heights. The prime minister, in his message on the 76th National Day of the People’s Republic of China annually observed on October 1, felicitated the leadership and brotherly people of China on behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan. Wishing progress, prosperity, and success for the Chinese people, he said that the National Day served as a reminder of China’s remarkable national journey, besides acknowledging the progress, stability, and China’s role in establishing global peace. Prime Minister Shehbaz said that Pakistan took pride in its brotherly relations with China and that under the visionary leadership of President Xi Jinping, China had achieved progress and prosperity that served as a role model for the world. He said that the relations between the two countries were based on mutual trust, sacrifice and sincerity, which also guaranteed peace, progress, and prosperity for future generations. Calling his recent visit to China “highly fruitful and productive,” the prime minister said that historic milestones were achieved in the context of Pakistan-China bilateral relations, including the meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization and B2B conference, where investment accords worth billions of dollars were signed. He said that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor was the most significant joint economic project of Pakistan with China, which had now entered its second phase. Mohsin Naqvi’s message Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi congratulated the Chinese leadership, Communist Party and people on the 76th National Day of the People’s Republic of China. In his message, Mohsin Naqvi said the Chinese leadership has realized the dream of economic stability and sustainable development in a short period of time. Mohsin Naqvi said China has reached a high position in the world community with its perseverance, adherence to principles and the spirit of collective welfare. China’s extraordinary achievements in the economic, social and military fields are the cause of development and stability for the region, Mohsin Naqvi said. I pay tribute to the Chinese leadership and people on the National Day for China’s glorious history, cultural heritage and amazing development, Mohsin Naqvi added. He said Pakistan-China relations are based on historical, strategic and strong partnership. Mohsin Naqvi said great projects like CPEC are a shining example of the great partnership between Pakistan and China. The soaring peaks of the Himalayas, the depths of the sea and the rocky paths of the Karakoram are witnesses to the eternal friendship between Pakistan and China, Mohsin Naqvi said. He said China has fully supported Pakistan in every crisis, regional tension or internal challenge. Relations with China are a permanent and central pillar of Pakistan’s foreign policy, said Mohsin Naqvi. He said from Gwadar to Khunjerab, from energy to communications, China has played a key role in strengthening Pakistan’s economic foundations. Mohsin Naqvi said the Pak-China strategic partnership is the foundation of balance and development in the region. On National Day, we salute the dedication, hard work and innovation of the Chinese nation, Mohsin Naqvi said. He said we pray for the further development success and prosperity of the Chinese nation Long live Pak-China friendship, Mohsin Naqvi concluded.
President Zardari and PM Send Heartfelt Greetings to China on 76th National Day
