Pakistan, May 21 -- This year, China and Pakistan are celebrating their 74th anniversary of diplomatic relations, which were established on May 21, 1951. Since then, Pakistan and China have had historical ties deeply rooted in mutual trust, shared strategic interests, and support at the regional and global level.

The 1965 Indo-Pakistan war proved to be a real catalyst in cementing these ties, as China fully supported Pakistan. China's image improved exponentially after the war and positively impacted the Pakistani psyche.

For instance, China always supported Pakistan's stance on Kashmir while Pakistan endorses the "One China Principle" and firmly supports China's stance on Xinjiang, Xizang, Hong Kong, and the South China Sea.

Since the...