Published on, Sept. 16 -- September 16, 2025 6:19 AM

President Asif Ali Zardari began a 10-day visit to China to strengthen economic and trade ties. His office confirmed that the trip will include meetings with Chinese leaders in Chengdu, Shanghai, and the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The visit focuses on enhancing Pakistan China cooperation through investment, trade, and regional connectivity.

The president's visit comes shortly after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's official trip to Beijing, where agreements worth $8.5 billion were signed. These deals included investments and joint ventures in multiple sectors. Zardari's trip builds on that momentum, aiming to deepen strategic and economic collaboration.

Discussions will focus on...