Pakistan-China Economic Corridor project would serve as a game-changer for region: President

Islamabad, April 20, 2015 (PPI-OT): President Mamnoon Hussain has said that Pakistan-China Economic Corridor (PCEC) project would serve as a game-changer for the region. The President said this during meeting with ‘Representatives of Pakistani Friends’ here in Islamabad on Monday. President of the People’s Republic of China Mr. Xi Jinping was also present on the occasion.

Welcoming Chinese President Mr. Xi Jinping to Pakistan on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan, President Mamnoon Hussain stated that Pakistan-China Economic Corridor project will usher in a new era of prosperity. The President said that the flagship project would serve as a game-changer for regional connectivity and economic integration.

The President said that the Chinese dream of regional connectivity, global peace and development will herald collective growth and prosperity adding that Pakistan supports President Xi Jinping’s vision of the Silk Road, Economic Belt and Maritime Silk Route. The President stated that the visit of Chinese President has added yet another magnificent chapter to bilateral deep rooted partnership.

On the occasion, President Mamnoon Hussain and President Xi Jinping also distributed Peaceful Coexistence Friendship Awards among those who contributed in further strengthening bilateral friendship between the two countries.

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