ISLAMABAD: China and the USA must always be grateful to Pakistan for laying the foundation of China-US relations, which is one of the biggest game-changing events in modern history, Prof Victor Gao said while speaking at a webinar organized by the Asian Institute of Eco-civilization Research and Development (AIERD).
He considers Pakistan’s role as a mediator to be a bright example of mediation. Pakistan has rendered an excellent service to humanity by bringing together countries from entirely different backgrounds, which has paved the way for development and peace.
He was of the view that China-US relations have brought significant changes globally, contributing to the world’s development. It fast-tracked globalization and brought countries closer.
On the China-Pakistan relationship, Prof Victor was of the point of view that no other country is more important for China than Pakistan. Pakistan holds a special place in China’s international relations. China considers Pakistan an iron-clad brother. Regardless of the situation, China will always come forward to help Pakistan safeguard its legitimate interests and sovereignty.
“China has consistently demonstrated this in its history, including during the wars of 1965 and 1971. The most recent war between Pakistan and India can be quoted as another example. China stood by Pakistan’s side shoulder to shoulder.”
Prof Victor also emphasized that Pakistan’s enemies can never be successful in destabilizing the country. “The separatist and terrorist movements are bound to fail.”
He specifically talked about Balochistan and said, The dream of independent Balochistan will always remain a dream. Balochistan will never be separated or independent, no matter what the enemies of Pakistan, separatists, or terrorists plan or do.
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He concluded by saying that, since its independence, Pakistan has been a prominent and important geopolitical player, having played a significant role in many pivotal events of modern history.
AIERD Chairman Zahid Latif Khan stated that Pakistan reciprocates the sentiments of Prof. Victor, while expressing his gratitude to Prof Victor for delivering a lecture on Pakistan-China relations.
He emphasized that Pakistan and China should further strengthen their economic relationship, especially by focusing on financial integration and joint working of their stock exchanges.
He also highlighted that Chinese companies working in Pakistan can benefit from the Islamic financing system of Pakistan, such as Sukuk Bonds.
During the discussion, Prof Victor highlighted that Pakistan has a superiority in five-dimensional war over India, while replying to a question by Sana Mirza, a prominent journalist from Pakistan. Thus, he was hopeful that India would not adventure again.
While answering to another question, he emphasized that China and Pakistan should enhance cooperation in the field of technology, especially in the field of artificial intelligence (AI).
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“China practices an open AI cooperation policy. Thus, Pakistan must accelerate its efforts to benefit from China. Furthermore, China and Pakistan should collaborate to establish a strong foundation and a promising future in the fields of technology and AI.”
Shakeel Ahmad Ramay, CEO of AIERD and moderator, thanked Prof Victor and the participants.
He concluded the webinar by saying that the China-Pakistan relationship is unique and traditional theories cannot explain it.
He was confident that China and Pakistan would continue to work together to create a community of shared future, which would help the world achieve the goals of prosperity and sustainable peace.