ISLAMABAD, 21 May, 2021 (TON): Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang during a telephonic conversation on Thursday reaffirmed their resolve to further solidify Pakistan-China bilateral relations.

The commitment was reiterated by the two leaders as part of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Pakistan-China diplomatic ties.

PM Imran congratulated the Chinese premier on the special occasion, that would be celebrated by both the sides in a befitting manner.

“I am confident that under your leadership our “All-Weather Strategic Co-operative Partnership” will further strengthen and flourish creating a brighter and promising future for our people, said PM Imran.

"The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a flagship project of the Belt and Road Initiative and has generated economic activity, employment and will further enhance bilateral and regional trade," the premier said.

The year 2021 is a special occasion as it marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, he added.

Both the leaders stressed the need to continue with the momentum of high-level exchanges to further diversify and deepen strategic cooperation between the two countries.