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Time of India
2 hours ago
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- Time of India
Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir visits China, holds talks with Chinese leaders
Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir, who is on his first visit to China after his elevation as the Field Marshal, on Friday held talks with top Chinese leaders and discussed ways to deepen cooperation across all sectors. Munir held separate meetings with Vice President Han Zheng, top military official General Zhang Youxia and Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to official media reports here. 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The strikes triggered four days of intense clashes that ended with an understanding on stopping the military actions on May 10. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo During the conflict, Pakistan used extensive military equipment supplied by China. This is also Munir's first visit to China after his trip to Washington, where he met US President Donald Trump and sought to establish close ties with America, Beijing's strategic rival. Live Events Significantly, coinciding with Munir's visit to Beijing, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is in Washington, where he is expected to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Dar was in China on July 14 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Foreign Ministers' meeting. A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) - the media wing of the Pakistan military - in Islamabad said that in their talks with Munir, the "Chinese leadership lauded the Pakistan Armed Forces as a cornerstone of resilience and a vital contributor to peace in South Asia". The "Chinese military leadership reiterated full confidence in the strength of the bilateral defence partnership and acknowledged Pakistan's pivotal role in promoting regional peace," Pakistan daily Dawn quoted the statement as saying. In his talks with Han and Wang, Munir "focused on the evolving regional and global political landscape, connectivity initiatives under the CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor), and the need for coordinated responses to shared geopolitical challenges," it added. "Both sides expressed satisfaction over the depth of bilateral engagement and reiterated their shared commitment to sovereign equality, multilateral cooperation, and long-term regional stability," it said. During his meeting with Munir, Han said China and Pakistan are iron-clad friends and all-weather strategic cooperative partners, with bilateral relations marked by high-level mutual trust, solidarity through challenges, and a shared future, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. Han said China is willing to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, deepen all-weather friendship, expand all-round cooperation, and accelerate the building of a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era. Munir told Han that the Pakistani military is ready to further implement the consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries and continuously deepen the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership between the two sides. Gen. Zhang, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission, the overall command of the military headed by President Xi Jinping, congratulated Munir on his promotion to Field Marshal and said military-to-military relations between China and Pakistan are an important pillar of the bilateral relationship, according to a defence ministry press release. Both sides should firmly implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, enhance strategic communication, maintain close exchanges and interactions, and deepen practical cooperation, it said. China will work with Pakistan to contribute to regional peace and development, and to build a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era, Zhang said. He also said that China is willing to strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation with Pakistan and hopes that Pakistan will continue to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel, projects, and institutions in Pakistan. China is concerned over recurring deadly attacks by militant groups, including the Balochistan Liberation Army, targeting Chinese nationals working on the USD 60 billion CPEC project. Pakistan will make every effort to combat terrorism and ensure the safety of Chinese friends in the country, Munir said. Munir said Pakistan will further deepen and expand practical cooperation across all sectors, continuously elevating bilateral and military relations to new heights. On Thursday, Munir met Wang, who said China will, as always, take Pakistan as a priority in its neighbourhood diplomacy and China-Pakistan relations continued to move forward under the strategic guidance of President Xi. Wang said the Pakistani military stands as a staunch defender of national interests and a firm supporter of China-Pakistan friendship, according to an official press release from the Chinese Foreign Ministry. China supports Pakistan in resolutely combating all forms of terrorism and hopes that the Pakistani military will continue to make all-out efforts to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel, projects and institutions in Pakistan, it said. Munir thanked China for its long-standing, valuable support for Pakistan's economic and social development, the release added.
The Print
3 hours ago
- Politics
- The Print
Pakistan priority in our neighbourhood diplomacy, says China as Munir-Wang Yi meet after Op Sindoor
Indian Army deputy chief Lt Gen Rahul Singh had earlier this month said that China provided real-time surveillance and battlefield intelligence to Pakistan. His remarks followed his meeting with visiting Pakistan Army chief in Beijing after the four day conflict between India and Pakistan that saw Chinese defence equipment and tactics in action. New Delhi: In a first after Operation Sindoor, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi congratulated Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir's promotion to Field marshal and underlined that Islamabad was and will always be a priority for China's neighbourhood policy. As both sides held discussions on regional and international issues of shared concern, Munir called China Pakistan's 'ironclad brother'. A read-out by China said, 'China will, as always, take Pakistan as a priority in its neighborhood diplomacy, and is ready to work with Pakistan to fully implement the important common understandings reached by leaders of both countries, further deepen the all-weather strategic cooperation for the greater benefits of the two peoples, and make due contributions to peace and stability in the region'. Meanwhile, China's Vice-President Han Zheng met Munir Friday, describing China-Pakistan ties as an 'ironclad friendship' and an 'all-weather strategic cooperative partnership' rooted in mutual trust, solidarity, and a shared future. 'China is willing to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, deepen all-weather friendship, expand all-round cooperation, and accelerate the building of a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era,' Han said. Munir, in response, said developing friendly cooperation with China enjoys broad consensus across Pakistani society. He expressed support for China's three global initiatives—Global Development Initiative (2021), Global Security Initiative (2022), Global Civilisation Initiative (2023)—and emphasised Pakistan's readiness to further implement the consensus between both countries' leaders. Under China's broader Global Security Initiative (GSI), the two countries are also exploring collaboration in non-traditional sectors such as health, climate security and AI. Also read: '1 border, 3 adversaries': Army Deputy Chief on Op Sindoor, says Pakistan got live inputs from China China's military support to Pakistan The longstanding defence partnership between China and Pakistan has evolved into a full-spectrum strategic alliance. In 2023, China pledged to work closely with Pakistan's military to strengthen shared interests and maintain regional peace and stability. The statement came from China's Ministry of Defence after a meeting in Beijing between General Munir and Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commission. This visit marked Munir's first official trip to China as army chief. Pakistan now aims to acquire 40 J-35A fifth-generation stealth fighter jets. These radar-evading aircraft are expected to provide Pakistan with a qualitative edge, though affordability and logistics remain significant hurdles. China's diplomatic shield At the diplomatic level, China shielded Pakistan from international censure. In the United Nations Security Council's 1267 Sanctions Committee, Beijing blocked a move to designate The Resistance Force (TRF)—a known Lashkar-e-Taiba offshoot—as a terrorist organisation. Chinese state media amplified Islamabad's denials, even suggesting the Pahalgam attack may have been a 'false flag' operation by India. Online, China's 'Wumao' disinformation operatives collaborated with Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) wing to inflate reports of Indian casualties and highlight the performance of Chinese military systems—claims that were quickly debunked by independent observers. Meanwhile, last week, the United States officially designated The Resistance Front (TRF) as both a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). China responded cautiously to the US designation and reaffirmed China's opposition to all forms of terrorism while calling for joint efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region. (Edited by Viny Mishra) Also read: Op Sindoor is the first battle in India's two-front war. A vicious pawn in a King's Gambit
Express Tribune
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
COAS reaffirms defence, security cooperation during China visit
Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir shakes hand with the Vice President of China, and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in a meeting in Beijing. Photo: SCREENGRAB Listen to article Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir undertook a high-level official visit to the People's Republic of China, where he held a series of meetings with senior Chinese political and military leadership to further reinforce the strategic partnership between the two brotherly nations, the military said in a statement on Friday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the COAS called on His Excellency Han Zheng, Vice President of the People's Republic of China, and His Excellency Wang Yi, Foreign Minister of China. During these engagements, matters of mutual interest were discussed, including the evolving regional and global security environment, ongoing connectivity initiatives under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and coordinated approaches to emerging geopolitical challenges. Also Read: Pakistan calls on tech firms to curb terror content 'Both sides expressed satisfaction over the depth of bilateral engagement and reiterated their shared commitment to sovereign equality, multilateral cooperation, and long-term regional stability,' ISPR said. The Chinese leadership acknowledged the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces, describing them as a cornerstone of resilience and a vital contributor to peace and stability in South Asia, the ISPR further added. On the military side, COAS Gen Munir held detailed meetings with General Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC); General Chen Hui, Political Commissar of the PLA Army; and Lieutenant General Cai Zhai Jun, Chief of Staff of the PLA Army. The military-level discussions focused on strengthening defence and security cooperation, including counterterrorism collaboration, joint training and exercises, defence modernisation, and enhanced institutional linkages. 'Both sides underscored the importance of operational interoperability and strategic coordination to effectively counter hybrid and transnational threats,' the ISPR said. The Chinese military leadership expressed full confidence in the strength of the bilateral defence relationship and acknowledged Pakistan's pivotal role in promoting regional peace and stability, the statement added. Read: Senator demands FBR officer's dismissal over public mistreatment COAS Gen Munir conveyed appreciation for China's consistent support and reaffirmed Pakistan's resolve to further expand military-to-military cooperation across all domains. Upon arrival at the PLA Army Headquarters, the COAS was presented with a guard of honour, reflecting the longstanding camaraderie and deep-rooted military ties between the armed forces of Pakistan and China, the statement noted. 'The visit reflects the growing depth of politico-military ties between the two brotherly nations and underscores their shared resolve to advance regional security through sustained high-level dialogue and engagements,' the ISPR concluded.
News18
5 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
Pak Army chief Munir visits China, holds talks with Chinese leaders
Beijing/Islamabad, Jul 25 (PTI) Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir, who is on his first visit to China after his elevation as the Field Marshal, on Friday held talks with top Chinese leaders and discussed ways to deepen cooperation across all sectors. Munir held separate meetings with Vice President Han Zheng, top military official General Zhang Youxia and Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to official media reports here. This is Munir's first visit to China after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terrorist infrastructure in territories controlled by Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The strikes triggered four days of intense clashes that ended with an understanding on stopping the military actions on May 10. During the conflict, Pakistan used extensive military equipment supplied by China. This is also Munir's first visit to China after his trip to Washington, where he met US President Donald Trump and sought to establish close ties with America, Beijing's strategic rival. Significantly, coinciding with Munir's visit to Beijing, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is in Washington, where he is expected to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Dar was in China on July 14 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Foreign Ministers' meeting. A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) – the media wing of the Pakistan military – in Islamabad said that in their talks with Munir, the 'Chinese leadership lauded the Pakistan Armed Forces as a cornerstone of resilience and a vital contributor to peace in South Asia". The 'Chinese military leadership reiterated full confidence in the strength of the bilateral defence partnership and acknowledged Pakistan's pivotal role in promoting regional peace," Pakistan daily Dawn quoted the statement as saying. In his talks with Han and Wang, Munir 'focused on the evolving regional and global political landscape, connectivity initiatives under the CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor), and the need for coordinated responses to shared geopolitical challenges," it added. 'Both sides expressed satisfaction over the depth of bilateral engagement and reiterated their shared commitment to sovereign equality, multilateral cooperation, and long-term regional stability," it said. During his meeting with Munir, Han said China and Pakistan are iron-clad friends and all-weather strategic cooperative partners, with bilateral relations marked by high-level mutual trust, solidarity through challenges, and a shared future, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. Han said China is willing to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, deepen all-weather friendship, expand all-round cooperation, and accelerate the building of a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era. Munir told Han that the Pakistani military is ready to further implement the consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries and continuously deepen the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership between the two sides. Gen. Zhang, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission, the overall command of the military headed by President Xi Jinping, congratulated Munir on his promotion to Field Marshal and said military-to-military relations between China and Pakistan are an important pillar of the bilateral relationship, according to a defence ministry press release. Both sides should firmly implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, enhance strategic communication, maintain close exchanges and interactions, and deepen practical cooperation, it said. China will work with Pakistan to contribute to regional peace and development, and to build a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era, Zhang said. He also said that China is willing to strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation with Pakistan and hopes that Pakistan will continue to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel, projects, and institutions in Pakistan. China is concerned over recurring deadly attacks by militant groups, including the Balochistan Liberation Army, targeting Chinese nationals working on the USD 60 billion CPEC project. Pakistan will make every effort to combat terrorism and ensure the safety of Chinese friends in the country, Munir said. Munir said Pakistan will further deepen and expand practical cooperation across all sectors, continuously elevating bilateral and military relations to new heights. On Thursday, Munir met Wang, who said China will, as always, take Pakistan as a priority in its neighbourhood diplomacy and China-Pakistan relations continued to move forward under the strategic guidance of President Xi. Wang said the Pakistani military stands as a staunch defender of national interests and a firm supporter of China-Pakistan friendship, according to an official press release from the Chinese Foreign Ministry. China supports Pakistan in resolutely combating all forms of terrorism and hopes that the Pakistani military will continue to make all-out efforts to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel, projects and institutions in Pakistan, it said. Munir thanked China for its long-standing, valuable support for Pakistan's economic and social development, the release added. 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Arab News
8 hours ago
- Business
- Arab News
Pakistan army chief, Chinese leaders discuss defense modernization to confront transnational threats
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has held a series of meetings with top Chinese political and military leaders and discussed with them defense modernization to combat transnational threats, the Pakistani military said on Friday. The statement comes amid heightened tensions in South Asia after a four-day military standoff between Pakistan and India that saw the two neighbors attack each other with fighter jets, missiles, drones and artillery in their worst fighting in more than two decades. Pakistan declared a victory in the standoff, saying its air force used Chinese J-10C aircraft to shoot down six Indian fighter jets, including three French Rafales, and the army targeted several Indian military installations during the recent flare-up. Meanwhile, India plans to launch a $234 million incentive program for civil and military drone makers to reduce their reliance on imported components and counter rival Pakistan's program built on support from China and Turkiye, Reuters reported this month. 'These engagements featured comprehensive exchanges on defense and security cooperation, including counterterrorism collaboration, joint training, defense modernization, and enhanced institutional linkages,' the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Pakistani military's media wing said, after Field Marshal Munir's meetings with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, Foreign Minister Wang Yi and top military commanders. 'Emphasis was placed on improving operational interoperability and strategic coordination to confront hybrid and transnational threats. The Chinese military leadership reiterated full confidence in the strength of the bilateral defense partnership and acknowledged Pakistan's pivotal role in promoting regional peace.' The India-Pakistan conflict, triggered by an attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir, offered the world a first real glimpse into how advanced Chinese military technology performs against proven Western hardware, with Chinese defense stocks surging as a result. A rising military superpower, China hasn't fought a major war in more than four decades but has raced under President Xi Jinping to modernize its armed forces, pouring resources into developing sophisticated weaponry and cutting-edge technologies. It has also extended that modernization drive to Pakistan, long hailed by Beijing as its 'ironclad brother.' Over the past five years, China has supplied 81 percent of Pakistan's imported weapons, according to data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Those exports include advanced fighter jets, missiles, radars and air-defense systems. Some Pakistan-made weapons have also been co-developed with Chinese firms or built with Chinese technology and expertise. Beijing is also investing over $60 billion to build infrastructure, energy and other projects in Pakistan as part of its China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. India and China, on the other hand, are competing regional giants and nuclear powers and widely seen as long-term strategic rivals, sharing a 3,800 Himalayan border that has been disputed since the 1950s and sparked a brief war in 1962. Field Marshal Munir's official visit reaffirms the 'ironclad strategic partnership' between Pakistan and China, the Pakistani military said. 'Discussions focused on the evolving regional and global political landscape, connectivity initiatives under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and the need for coordinated responses to shared geopolitical challenges,' the ISPR said. 'Both sides expressed satisfaction over the depth of bilateral engagement and reiterated their shared commitment to sovereign equality, multilateral cooperation, and long-term regional stability. The Chinese leadership lauded the Pakistan Armed Forces as a cornerstone of resilience and a vital contributor to peace in South Asia.' On the military side, Field Marshal Munir held meetings with General Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), General Chen Hui, Political Commissar of the PLA Army and Lt. Gen. Cai Zhai Jun, Chief of Staff of PLA Army. Upon arrival at the PLA Army Headquarters, he was presented with a guard of honor, symbolizing the longstanding camaraderie between the two armed forces. During the meetings, Field Marshal Munir appreciated China's consistent support and reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to further expanding military-to-military cooperation across all domains. 'The visit reflects the growing depth of politico-military ties between the two brotherly nations and underscores their shared resolve to advance regional security through sustained high-level dialogue and engagements,' the ISPR added.
