ISLAMABAD, Jan 29 (ABC): Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong and Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch has underscored the strength of Pakistan–China relations while attending the award ceremony for the China-Pakistan 75th Anniversary Commemorative Badge Design Competition.
Speaking at the ceremony, Ambassador Jiang congratulated the organisers and participants, saying the competition reflected the broad public consensus in Pakistan that the China-Pakistan friendship enjoys nationwide support. He noted that the three winning designs, submitted by individuals from different regions and professional backgrounds, made the “ironclad friendship” between the two countries more visible and relatable.
He said the strong public response demonstrated that people-to-people engagement remains a key driver of bilateral cooperation. Jiang added that China is ready to work with Pakistan under a people-centred diplomacy approach to further strengthen the China-Pakistan community with a shared future and deliver tangible benefits to citizens of both countries.
Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch thanked China for its continued support and said the competition, which focused on youth participation, received more than 2,000 submissions. She said the response highlighted the deep roots of Pakistan-China friendship, particularly among younger generations.
She added that Pakistan views the competition as a starting point for a broader series of activities to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. These initiatives, she said, aim to preserve and pass on the spirit of Pakistan-China friendship to future generations.