China and Pakistan Ties

Updated 31-Dec-2010

Terrorism should not be linked to a certain religion or people, and the international community should fully support and respect Pakistan's chosen road of development, Premier Wen Jiabao said on Sunday.

Pakistan has made "huge sacrifices and great contributions" in combating terrorism on the frontline, and its efforts are recognized by the world, Wen said during an address to a joint session of Pakistan's parliament in Islamabad. During his address, Wen said: "And the thing that I want to say most, is that China and Pakistan are forever brothers."

Just before Wen spoke, a loud voice rang out from the audience: "Long live Pakistan-China friendship." Smiling, the premier commenced his speech by extending greetings in Urdu

Chinese officials indicate activities that could be construed as terrorist activities can be seen objectively in some instances

Resource http://english.peopledaily.com.cn/90001/90776/90883/7235825.html

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