Chinese President Xi Jinping has reaffirmed China's commitment to strengthening its strategic ties with Pakistan on the 10th anniversary of the launch of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) infrastructure projects. In a congratulatory message to the celebration event, President Xi described the CPEC program as an important project of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

Despite opposition from India due to its passage through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, the CPEC has contributed significantly to Pakistan's economic and social development. President Xi emphasized the all-weather friendship between China and Pakistan and pledged to stand firmly with Pakistan regardless of any changes in the international landscape.

Both countries will continue to deepen their cooperation and take their strategic partnership to new heights, aiming to contribute to peace and prosperity in the region. The Belt and Road Initiative, launched by President Xi in 2013, aims to enhance regional connectivity and development through a network of land and sea routes. While the initiative has been praised for its potential economic benefits, it has also faced criticism for burdening smaller countries with mounting Chinese debt.