COAS, Chinese envoy discuss Afghan peace process, progress on CPEC

RAWALPINDI (92 News) - Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Nong Rong called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Chinese envoy and the army chief discussed the matters of mutual interest, progress on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and regional security situation including the latest developments in the Afghan peace process.

The army chief thanked the dignitary for China’s contribution towards the fight against COVID-19 and the provision of vaccines to Pakistan and said that Pakistan greatly values its friendly relations with its “iron brother” China.

Gen Bajwa also felicitated the Chinese envoy for holding a grand ceremony in Beijing on the occasion of the 70th Anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations.

Nong Rong appreciated Islamabad’s sincere efforts for bringing peace and stability to the region, especially for its role in the Afghan peace process.