By Abdul Qadir Mahesar
DADU: Sukkur IBA BBSIMS Dadu Campus marked the 75th anniversary of Pakistan–China diplomatic relations with a ceremony highlighting the long-standing partnership between the two countries.
The relationship, which began on 21 May 1951 when Pakistan was among the first Muslim countries to recognise the People’s Republic of China, was described as a historic friendship built on decades of cooperation and mutual support.
The event began with a flag-hoisting ceremony led by Prof Dr Niaz Ahmed Bhutto, Pro Vice Chancellor of the BBSIMS Dadu Campus, alongside heads of the departments of computer science and business administration. Faculty members, students and administrative staff attended the ceremony in large numbers.
Speakers reflected on key milestones in bilateral relations, including the construction of the Karakoram Highway, the 1963 boundary agreement, and Pakistan’s role in facilitating early diplomatic engagement between China and the United States in the 1970s.
The ceremony also highlighted the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor, described as a major development initiative involving infrastructure and energy projects across Pakistan. It was noted that the programme had contributed to power generation capacity and transport connectivity, particularly in underserved regions.
Tributes were also paid to the armed forces of Pakistan for their role in supporting security arrangements linked to Chinese projects in the country. The event referenced defence cooperation, including joint production initiatives and military exchanges between the two countries.
Organisers said dedicated security arrangements had been put in place to protect Chinese personnel working on development projects in Pakistan, alongside joint training exercises between the two militaries.
As the event concluded, participants expressed renewed commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and said young people would play a key role in carrying forward the relationship in the years ahead.
