Pakistan-China relationship is anchored on the principles of mutual respects, win-win cooperation and acknowledgement of each other’s concerns and interests. It is not rhetoric but a time-tested fact. China and Pakistan have always proved themselves dependable friends. There are many distinguish characteristics which make China-Pakistan relationship unique in comparison with the West. Western countries tried to build cooperation by adopting policy of dependency and used technology and market power to achieve the goal.
On the contrary, China always assisted Pakistan in achieving the goal of self-sufficiency. China abetted Pakistan to learn the art of fishing. China extended cooperation to build the Ordnance Factory, Heavy Mechanical Complex Taxila (HMCT), Aeronautical Complex and Heavy Forge Factory, Al-Khalid Tank and JF-17s etc. The HMCT facilitated Pakistan to build production base for quality weaponry. Civil nuclear cooperation is another hallmark. On the economic side, CPEC is a sign of ultimate trust and friendship. It started at a time when no one was willing to invest in Pakistan. The CPEC is helping Pakistan build industrial base and revolutionise economy. Ingredients of fourth industrial revolution make it a perfect venture.
The strong bond of friendship, rather brotherhood, always helped steer the relationship in a smooth manner. Unfortunately, it also attracted negative propaganda and CPEC is the latest victim. Without realising the importance of CPEC…
