CCTV: This year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan. Yesterday State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended together with Pakistan's Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi a virtual ceremony to launch celebration of the 70th anniversary. Could you tell us something about the events to be held and your outlook on the future of China-Pakistan relations?

Wang Wenbin: On March 2, State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended together with Pakistan's Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi a virtual ceremony simultaneously held in Beijing and Islamabad to launch celebration of the 70th anniversary of China-Pakistan diplomatic ties and delivered an address. The two sides also unveiled a logo to mark the occasion. This event officially commenced a series of commemorative activities throughout the year.

The two sides have agreed through initial communication to hold over 100 events to mark the anniversary in a wide range of areas including the political, economic, trade, cultural and military sectors. The detailed list, once confirmed, will be released as soon as possible. Of course, the commemorative activities will go far beyond the list. People from all walks of life in both countries, especially the young generation, are welcome to take an active part to enrich the celebrations and make them more broad-based and fruitful. With our concerted efforts, we will surely carry forward the traditional friendship, expand and deepen practical cooperation in various fields, bring the two peoples closer, and achieve greater development in the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership between China and Pakistan.

DATE:2021-03-03