Islamabad : Speaker National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic terrorist attack earlier today in Khuzdar, Balochistan, which claimed the lives of six people, including four innocent children. “We condemn this heinous and cowardly act in the strongest possible terms. Our prayers and thoughts are with the victims and their families,” he stated, calling for a moment of silence to honour the departed souls. He expressed these sentiments while addressing a diplomatic reception held in Islamabad to commemorate the 74th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations. The event was attended by Chinese Ambassador Mr. Jiang Zaidong, members of the diplomatic corps, senior officials, and distinguished guests.
Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq emphasized that moments of grief and solidarity only serve to further strengthen the bonds between Pakistan and China. “Even in times of sorrow, we find strength in the enduring friendships that bind us. Today, we celebrate a relationship that has withstood the tests of time and emerged stronger over 74 remarkable years,” he said.He hailed the Pakistan-China partnership as one that is “higher than the mountains, deeper than the oceans, and sweeter than honey,” echoing sentiments shared by President Xi Jinping during his historic 2015 address to the Parliament of Pakistan. “Our friendship is a beacon of regional cooperation and global peace,” the Speaker noted.
Highlighting the strategic depth of bilateral relations, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq praised China’s remarkable achievements in economic development, technological innovation, and defence modernization and acknowledged Pakistan’s pride in being a partner in this journey. “Our two nations have walked hand in hand on the path of mutual progress, solidarity, and unwavering trust,” he remarked.
He underscored the importance of defence cooperation as a key pillar of strategic strength. The Speaker lauded the induction of advanced Chinese military technologies into Pakistan’s defence arsenal, including the JF-17 Thunder and J-10C fighter jets, as well as the PL-15 long-range missile systems. “These cutting-edge technologies not only enhance our deterrence capabilities but also reaffirm the strength and reliability of our partnership,” he stated.
the Speaker also reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties through the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), with expanded cooperation in agriculture, information technology, mining, and climate resilience.
He also expressed optimism about the upcoming visit of the Chinese Premier to Pakistan, calling it an opportunity to deepen people-to-people ties and further institutionalize strategic cooperation. “Our bond is a living story of brotherhood and trust—a legacy we cherish and a future we are building together,” he concluded.
Chinese Ambassador Mr. Jiang Zaidong also expressed sorrow over the tragic loss of innocent lives in the Khuzdar attack, affirming that China stands with Pakistan in its fight against terrorism. He reiterated that China and Pakistan will continue to cooperate in all spheres for the development and prosperity of both nations.
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