Chinese envoy and Sheikh Rasheed pledge to execute ML-1 project on priority basis
Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Nong Rong met Minister for Railways, Sheikh Rashid Ahmad and both agreed to execute the ML-1 project on priority. Sheikh Rasheed termed the ML-1 a revolutionary project and said that it would uplift Pakistan’s socio-economic conditions. Moreover, the minister said that the project would further strengthen Pakistan China bilateral friendship. Ambassador Nong Rong said that CPEC is the manifestation of the long-standing relationship between the two countries
Pakistan and China have agreed to accelerate efforts for early execution of Karachi-Peshawar Main Line-1 railway project.
The understanding came at a meeting between Railways Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed and Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong in Islamabad on Monday.
The two sides discussed bilateral relations and railway projects.
The Minister said ML-1 project will usher in revolution in railway, creating new employment opportunities in Pakistan. He said it will further cement the relations between Pakistan and China.
He said the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China is based on mutual trust and confidence.
The Chinese Ambassador said China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project is a manifestation of long-lasting bilateral relationship.
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