China-Pakistan to Launch New CPEC Projects
In Islamabad on August 21, 2025, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar. Both leaders reviewed the progress of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and agreed to start new projects under the initiative. While exact details of these projects were not disclosed, officials said they would cover infrastructure, energy, and industrial development.
Focus on Cooperation
The two sides emphasized expanding cooperation in science, technology, agriculture, and industrial production. Pakistan highlighted the importance of CPEC in supporting its economic recovery and job creation. China assured that it would continue to provide investment and technical expertise to ensure projects move forward smoothly.
Security Concerns Raised
Wang Yi expressed concern about the safety of Chinese nationals working in Pakistan, following recent attacks targeting foreign workers and engineers. He called for stronger security guarantees to prevent disruptions. Pakistan responded by promising stricter protection measures and increased coordination between security forces and project management teams.
China’s Support for Pakistan
The Chinese foreign minister reaffirmed Beijing’s support for Pakistan’s sovereignty, anti-terrorism efforts, and long-term development goals. Ishaq Dar welcomed China’s commitment, calling the partnership a “pillar of stability” for Pakistan’s economic future.
Regional Context
Wang Yi’s visit to Islamabad is part of a wider regional tour that also included India and Afghanistan. His discussions in Pakistan are seen as preparation ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, where both countries are expected to raise issues of economic and security cooperation.
