ISLAMABAD: The Chinese cultural center China Window organised a grand and dignified ceremony at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa House, Islamabad, to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations.

The event was attended by Speaker of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Babar Saleem Swati as the chief guest, while Chinese Cultural Consul Chen Peng participated as a special guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Amjad Aziz Malik, Administrator of China Window, said that the event was a humble effort to express the enduring sentiments of Pakistan-China friendship through the universal language of music and culture. He said that China Window was proud to launch a song dedicated to Pakistan-China friendship that holds a unique and historic significance in many respects.

He explained that the song is primarily a Pashto composition and conveys the message that friendship transcends borders, geography, and languages. Although the song is presented in the style of romantic poetry, its deeper meaning reflects the longstanding and cherished relationship between Pakistan and China.

Addressing the ceremony, Chen Peng highlighted the deep friendship and strategic cooperation between Pakistan and China, describing it as a shining example of mutual trust and shared prosperity. He stated that the Pakistan-China friendship is everlasting and serves as a model for the world.

He emphasized that the relationship between the two countries has been built on mutual trust, respect, and sincerity over the past 75 years. He noted that both nations have stood by each other during every challenge and trial, further strengthening their friendship. Mr. Chen Peng reaffirmed China’s commitment to deepening its iron-clad brotherhood with Pakistan and enhancing cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, science, education, and culture.

He described the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a landmark project of practical cooperation that has played a significant role in Pakistan’s development. He also highly praised the management of China Window for producing and releasing the Pashto song celebrating Pakistan-China friendship.

In his address, Speaker Babar Saleem Swati stated that Pakistan-China friendship has successfully stood the test of time for the past 75 years and continues to grow stronger. He described the relationship as a remarkable example of sincerity, trust, mutual respect, and strategic cooperation. He said that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) represents the shared vision of development between the two countries and that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa occupies a key position in this initiative. He further remarked that both countries share a common vision for regional peace, connectivity, and stability.

Published in Dawn, May 24th, 2026