Chinese Ambassador called on Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar

Lahore : Chinese Ambassador Yao Jing called on Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar at his office here on Thursday.

On the occasion, different matters of mutual interest including promotion of Pakistan-China relations and CPEC related initiatives came under discussion. Both agreed to take collectives measures to initiate public-private partnership for giving new dimensions to bilateral relations, establishment of special economic zones and development of social sector.

Talking on the occasion, Chief Minister said that China is the most trustworthy country and added that we appreciate Chinese cooperation in the development of a new Pakistan. He said that Punjab government is establishing new special economic zones where Chinese investors will be given incentives and facilities. The public-private partnership will further boost Pakistan-China economic relations, he said.

Chief Minister said that durable development of social sector is a priority of the government and Chinese cooperation in this regard would be welcomed.

Chinese ambassador appreciated the establishment of special economic zones by the Punjab government and hoped that Pakistan-China economic relations will be further strengthened and both the countries will benefit from public-private partnership initiative.

Chinese Consul General Long Dingbin, MD Punjab Mass Transit Authority, Principal Secretary to CM, Secretaries of industry, P&D and energy departments as well as high-level Chinese official were present in the meeting.

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