In a recent interview with CGTN's Xu Jinhui, Khalil Hashmi, Pakistan's ambassador to China, shed light on the significant developments emerging from China's annual Two Sessions. Highlighting China's impressive 5-percent GDP growth amidst global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and external trade restrictions, Ambassador Hashmi emphasized the pivotal role of digital and green technologies in sustaining economic momentum.
Speaking on China's modernization strategy, Hashmi underscored its relevance to the Global South, particularly in poverty alleviation and addressing climate change. He lauded China's scientific approach to economic development and its commitment to global initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the Global Development Initiative, which aim to foster shared prosperity among nations.
Focusing on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the ambassador highlighted significant achievements in transport and energy infrastructure. He outlined future priorities that include enhancing industrial cooperation, launching livelihood projects, and integrating green technologies. Additionally, Hashmi announced upcoming business-to-business matchmaking events designed to boost collaboration in sectors like electric vehicles, solar panel manufacturing, and software development, further strengthening Pakistan-China economic ties.
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Pakistani ambassador on the global impact of China's Two Sessions
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