Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir, and reiterated the importance of strengthening their close partnership.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Wang Yi and Munir talked about regional security, counter-terrorism, and shared goals. They confirmed their commitment to deepen the China-Pakistan partnership and collaborate in international meetings. Wang Yi stressed China’s support for Pakistan’s independence and growth. Munir thanked China for its steady help. Both leaders pledged to promote peace and stability in the region.
China’s Wang Yi Meets Pakistan’s COAS Munir to Boost Strategic Ties
On August 27, 2025, Wang Yi met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who praised the CPEC’s role in Pakistan’s economic growth and regional connectivity. Sharif said he was pleased with the progress on CPEC Phase-II, which includes projects in trade, information technology, agriculture, and mining. He thanked China for its support of Pakistan’s independence and development.
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, valued at $62 billion, supports infrastructure projects and energy developments, creating approximately 2.3 million jobs in Pakistan. Phase II focuses on developing industries and agriculture, resulting in a 15% increase in exports in 2024. The meetings demonstrated the significance of CPEC. China invested $1.8 billion in 2025 alone. This strengthens economic ties while Pakistan recovers from $50 billion in flood damage.
China’s support, including $100 million in flood aid, shows its role as a key partner. The SCO Summit in Tianjin, attended by Sharif, strengthened China and Pakistan’s stand against global “bullying,”
