Prime Minister, Imran Khan and his delegation have concluded a successful visit to China, roping in a number of high-profile agreements.
11 agreements on a broad spectrum of sectors have been signed between Pakistan and China, Advisor to Prime Minister on Commerce, Textile, and Industry Abdul Razak Dawood told the media.
The agreements and MoUs come under the second phase of the Pak-China Free Trade Agreement (FTA), following which Pakistan will also get duty-free access to Chinese markets.
Abdul Razzak also informed that a number of investors were eager to invest in Pakistan. In addition to chemicals, railways, agriculture, and IT the two countries agreed on increased cooperation in the Film and TV industry as well.
Special Advisor to Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan hailed the signings, saying:
For the first time, a leader is talking for the interest of his country and people at an international level, unlike previous rulers who visited abroad for their personal and business interests.
Some of the MoUs include:
The latest pool of signings once again validate the time-tested friendship of the two countries.