Says we celebrate each others’ success stories, stand together in face of challengesSays CPEC bound to increase quantum of Sino-Pak business, and Turkiye is a natural partnerKARACHI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated his invitation to brotherly country Turkiye for joining the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), citing the latter as a “natural partner”. The premier made the remarks while addressing the launch of the fourth Milgem class corvette at the Karachi Shipyard, where Turkiye Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz was also present. In November last year, the premier had invited Turkiye to join CPEC to bring about regional prosperity, alleviate poverty and empower people through better education and health facilities. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Vice President of Türkiye Mr. Cevdet Yilmaz cutting a cake to celebrate the launching of Pakistan's 4th MILGEM Corvette "PNS Tariq" in Karachi. PM Shehbaz further said that Turkiye also stood by Pakistan during last year’s devastating floods, saying that it was “very valuable and timely help”.

Source: Pakistan Today August 03, 2023 06:14 UTC