Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Thursday that the Pakistan-China partnership is becoming increasingly important for regional peace and stability.

He was addressing a ceremony in connection with of 94th Anniversary of the founding of the Chinese Peoples’ Liberation Army held at General Headquarters today.

He said the Pakistan-China relationship is unique and robust that has proven its resilience in the face of challenges.

The Army Chief said PLA and Pakistan Army are brothers in arms and our relationship will continue to contribute towards safeguarding our collective interests.

On the occasion, China’s Defence Attaché prasied the COAS for hosting a reception on the eve of PLA’s 94th Anniversary.

Recalling Chinese President Xi Jinping’s view that the Pakistan Armed Forces are the mainstay of Pak-China strategic relations, the Defence Attaché said China and Pakistan are iron brothers, all-weather friends, and strategic partners.