At the invitation of the Chinese mainland's top legislature, the National People's Congress, a high-level parliamentary delegation led by Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, speaker of Pakistan's National Assembly, visited Beijing this week. Their mission: to cement what Speaker Sadiq called an ironclad friendship and to chart a new path for the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC 2.0).
In an exclusive interview with CGTN, Speaker Sadiq highlighted the deepening ties between Pakistan and the Chinese mainland, stressing the role of robust legal frameworks in sustaining bilateral cooperation. He said Pakistan is committed to learning from the Chinese legislative model and has recently undertaken reforms to align its laws with international best practices.
Central to the agenda is CPEC 2.0, the next chapter in a decades-long collaboration to connect infrastructure, energy, and trade corridors. Speaker Sadiq emphasized that stronger legislative backing will provide a powerful guarantee for foreign enterprises and investors, boosting confidence and unlocking new opportunities in sectors from renewable energy to digital technology.
For young entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts across the G20, this signals a fresh wave of projects designed to foster innovation and sustainable growth. The new framework aims to streamline approvals and reduce bureaucratic hurdles, making it easier for startups and investors to launch ventures in energy, digital infrastructure, and beyond.
Travelers and digital nomads are also watching closely as improved legal protections could pave the way for co-working hubs and immersive cultural exchanges, turning key CPEC cities into vibrant international hubs.
As Pakistan and the Chinese mainland enter this next phase, the blend of legislative reform and strategic investment may serve as a blueprint for future global partnerships, prioritizing shared growth and connectivity across borders.
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Pakistan National Assembly speaker vows legislation for cooperation
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