Federal Interior Minister and Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Chinese Consul General Zhao Shiren, highlighting the continuity of high level engagement and personal rapport that has shaped recent Pakistan China relations. During the meeting, Naqvi paid tribute to Zhao Shiren for his diplomatic services in Pakistan and extended best wishes as he concluded his tenure. Zhao Shiren praised Naqvi’s energetic leadership style and acknowledged his consistent role in strengthening bilateral relations across multiple responsibilities. He noted that Naqvi’s contributions, first as Chief Minister Punjab and later as Interior Minister, helped deepen institutional cooperation and people to people engagement. The consul general described his stay in Pakistan as extremely positive, reflecting the broader atmosphere of trust and mutual respect that has characterized recent diplomatic exchanges between the two countries.
Zhao Shiren emphasized that Naqvi’s pace of work and hands on approach had earned wide recognition, particularly in areas linked to internal security, governance, and coordination with Chinese counterparts. He said that Pakistan China friendship continued to gain strength due to sustained political will and practical cooperation at various levels of government. The discussion also touched on the broader trajectory of bilateral relations, with both sides expressing confidence in ongoing collaboration across sectors of shared interest. Observers note that such engagements at the consular and ministerial level play an important role in maintaining momentum in diplomatic ties, especially as regional and global dynamics evolve. The meeting reinforced the message that Pakistan and China view their relationship as long term, resilient, and rooted in close coordination between leadership figures.
Mohsin Naqvi, in his remarks, highlighted his close personal bond with Zhao Shiren and said that the relationship would continue beyond formal postings. He shared details of his recent visit to China, which included an extended and productive meeting with Chinese Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong, lasting several hours. Naqvi said discussions during the visit reflected steady progress in bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual concern and institutional collaboration. He also confirmed plans to visit China again in September, underlining the regularity of high level contact. The meeting concluded with an exchange of symbolic gifts, with Naqvi presenting a bat signed by national players and Zhao Shiren gifting a book authored by President Xi Jinping, reflecting the cultural and diplomatic warmth that continues to define Pakistan China relations.
