Completion of 3,000 Projects Achieved in a Decade under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)
Luo Zhaohui, the Chair of China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA), recently unveiled the remarkable progress of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Over the past decade, more than 3,000 projects have been successfully completed under this ambitious initiative, gaining support from over 180 countries and international organizations.
P.c. China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
A significant milestone in this journey was the launch of the Urdu version of "Rose Stories Along the Belt and Road," a collection of 66 narratives spotlighting China's foreign aid efforts. Originally published in Chinese and English in the previous year, this book celebrates China's support to BRI participant countries like Pakistan, highlighting the deep friendships forged along the way.
Luo Zhaohui emphasized the book's role in conveying the strong connections between the Chinese people and the global community. He reiterated that China's foreign aid is given without political conditions or expectations of reciprocity, a sentiment echoed by many recipient nations. Pakistan's Ambassador to China, Moin ul Haque, hailed the Urdu edition as a tangible embodiment of the vision to create a shared future for all.
Tailored for the Pakistani audience, the Urdu edition serves to illuminate China's development philosophy and its ongoing commitment to improving lives, especially in Pakistan. Ambassador Haque expressed gratitude for China's continuous aid and looked forward to future collaborations within this overarching framework.
Reflecting on Chairman Luo's ambassadorship from 2006 to 2010, Haque praised his pivotal role in advancing key projects like the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a cornerstone of bilateral cooperation. CPEC, a shining example of the BRI, has brought transformative changes to Pakistan's economy, urban development, and energy sector.
Looking ahead, Haque envisions expanded cooperation with China in areas such as economic growth, education, healthcare, climate resilience, and more. He also acknowledged China's long-term assistance, particularly the life-saving vaccines donated during Pakistan's fight against Covid-19, benefiting millions of Pakistanis.
Ali Khar, a Pakistani entrepreneur championing artificial intelligence collaboration in China and the Urdu translator of the book, was also present. Khar shared his motivation for translating the book, recognizing the need to unveil lesser-known stories of China's assistance to the wider Pakistani audience. This translation aims to foster deeper bilateral relations and strengthen the people-to-people bonds between the two nations.