Islamabad (TDI): Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, discussed regional security and counter-terrorism during a meeting in Islamabad on Friday, according to the military’s media wing.
Wang arrived in Pakistan late Wednesday to take part in the sixth Pakistan-China Strategic Dialogue, where he also met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
His visit followed a stop in Kabul, where he held talks with Afghan officials.
In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the meeting with COAS Munir covered regional stability, counter-terrorism efforts and wider issues of mutual interest.
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“Both sides reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen the strategic partnership and enhance coordination at regional and international forums,” it said.
The Chinese foreign minister underscored Beijing’s opposition to “external interference” in regional affairs, calling for deeper law enforcement and security cooperation to counter transnational terrorism and tackle the drivers of extremism.
He also reiterated China’s “steadfast support” for Pakistan’s sovereignty and development.
For his part, COAS Munir expressed appreciation for China’s consistent support and reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to advancing peace and prosperity in the region through close coordination with Beijing.
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Pakistan and China share decades-long strategic ties, spanning defense, infrastructure, trade and energy.
Their militaries have expanded cooperation in training, joint exercises and technology sharing, while maintaining regular high-level exchanges.
Earlier this month, COAS Munir hailed the “enduring partnership” with China at a ceremony marking the 98th anniversary of the People’s Liberation Army.
During his visit to Beijing in July, Chinese leaders described the Pakistan Army as a “cornerstone of resilience” and a vital force for regional peace.
Farkhund Yousafzai is an Associate Editor at The Diplomatic Insight.
