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ISLAMABAD (September 27 2009): Speakers at a seminar here on Saturday stressed the need for enhancing bilateral relations with China on which, they said, the bright future of Pakistan lies. China-Pakistan Economic Co-operation Seminar was organised by ICCI and Association of Chinese Enterprises in Pakistan (ACEP) with an aim to explore ways and means for further boosting relations between the two countries particularly economic co-operation.

Among others, the seminar was attended by Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Muhammad Azam Khan Swati, Ambassador of China in Pakistan, Luo Zhaohui, Counsellor, Yao Jing, Economic and Commercial Counsellor Zhou Zhencheng, Deputy Director of visa office Xiang Shan and representative from ICCI and ACEP.

"Pakistan's future lies in East with China," remarked Azam Khan Swati while speaking on the occasion as chief guest. He stressed the need for enhancing relations with China on all fronts saying that the Chinese government, business community as well as people have great respect for Pakistan and are interested in enhancing bilateral relations.

Swati was of the view that science and technology was engine of economy and stressed the need for developing Science and Technology Ministry in Pakistan in line with the relevant ministry in China for the better future of country. In his address, Ambassador Luo Zhaohui said although there were some security concerns in Pakistan, however, the government was fully co-operating with Chinese companies and providing conducive atmosphere for them to do business in the country.

He also highlighted the importance of enhancing trade relations between the two countries for mutual benefit. He said that Pakistan was very much interested in enhancing the economic relations with China adding that President Zardari has made four visits to China for seeking co-operation to build Pakistan's economy on sustainable and long-term basis.

Speaking on the occasion, Advisor to Prime Minister on Water and Agriculture Dr Kamal Majeed said that the current government has signed several Memorandums of Understanding with China which are all operational. He deplored that about 600 MoUs were signed between the two countries during past 60 years, which failed to bring results as they were not followed and thereby implemented.

 

[alviataylor]

Pakistan and China needs to keep themselves allies as long as they are together no other force can take action in Asia