Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz commenced her eight-day visit to China with the objective of strengthening bilateral relations and exploring avenues for deeper collaboration. On the second day of her trip, she met Liu Jianchao, Minister of the Communist Party of China’s International Department, to discuss enhancing people-to-people exchanges and improving vocational training and youth empowerment initiatives.
Maryam also signed multiple memorandums of understanding (MOUs) across various sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, and environmental sustainability, which aim to modernize Punjab’s infrastructure using Chinese technological expertise. These agreements focus on agricultural advancements, enhancing healthcare services, and addressing environmental challenges with sustainable solutions. The visit also featured a tour of Chinese institutions, including those focused on smart transportation and advanced medical technologies, reflecting the growing synergy between the two countries in innovative sectors.
This visit to China is part of a broader strategic push to strengthen the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiatives, which aim to foster infrastructural development, improve trade connectivity, and create new economic opportunities for both nations. By expanding partnerships in critical sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and technology, Maryam Nawaz is working to modernize Punjab’s economy and further Pakistan’s long-term goals of sustainable growth and technological advancement.
The visit also serves to underscore Pakistan’s commitment to closer ties with China, not only for trade but for long-term investments in key developmental areas. It demonstrates the leadership role of Maryam Nawaz in driving diplomatic efforts to secure benefits from international partnerships, with a focus on enhancing the standard of living in Punjab through innovation and modernization.
