PAKISTAN CHINA

RELATIONSHIP
 INTRODUCTION
Pakistan and China friendship, described by the leadership of
both countries as higher than mountains, deeper
than the oceans, and of late, sweeter than honey, is a unique
case in the international system we live in, yet the
relationship is based on sound geostrategic and realist
calculations.
The relations between the two countries were established in
1950 when Pakistan decided to recognize the People’s
Republic. However, the relations got strengthened in later 50s
and 60s and since then both countries have cooperated and
supported each other on various forums. Pakistan and China
are collaborating in a number of sectors especially defense,
trade and developmental and energy sector.
 ECONOMIC RELATION
 The two countries has regularly exchanged High level visits resulting in variety of agreements.
 Economic trade between Pakistan and China is increased in recent years.
 China greatly increases its investments in Pakistan.
 China is helping to develop Pakistan's infrastructure through construction of powerplants, roads and communication nodes.
 Zong (1st 3G and 4G mobile network operator in Pakistan) is the first overseas setup and it relates to China.
 Major projects:
1. Gwadar deep seaport.
2. Larkana sugar mill
3. Saindak copper project in Baluchistan.
4. The machine tool factory of Karachi.