ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China signed 14 agreements on Monday, including a significant currency swap agreement, aimed at boosting cooperation across various sectors such as security, education, agriculture, and technology. The signing ceremony, witnessed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang, took place at the Prime Minister’s House.
A key highlight was the virtual inauguration of Gwadar International Airport, a major component of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which both leaders hailed as a symbol of their enduring friendship. The agreements also include initiatives on smart classrooms, water conservation, and joint TV program production, strengthening bilateral ties further.