China welcomes Nawaz Sharif

Lahore: The Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Mr Liu Jian called on Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, the President of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) in Raiwind on Wednesday, 15 May, 2013 to deliver a written message of congratulations and good wishes from the leadership of his country to Nawaz Sharif, on his party’s victory in the just concluded general elections.

The Ambassador emphasized that the Chinese leaders and people had great respect for Mr Nawaz Sharif, who was viewed as an old, strong and consistent friend of China. His contribution to the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries was well-known and deeply appreciated.

The Ambassador also briefed Mr Nawaz Sharif on the forthcoming visit of Prime Minister, Li Keqiang to Pakistan, characterizing it as another evidence of the high level of trust and confidence that characterizes relations between the two countries. He added that his Prime Minister intended to have a cordial and productive meeting with Mr Nawaz Sharif.

Mr Nawaz Sharif expressed his great pleasure at the forthcoming visit by the Prime Minster of China and emphasized that he looked forward to holding wide-ranging exchanges with our revered friend from China. He emphasized that he viewed China as Pakistan’s time-tested friend and it would be his endeavor to add greater substance to the existing excellent ties between the two countries.