The friendship between Pakistan and China feels almost like folklore. “Higher than the Himalayas, deeper than the oceans’ – words like these capture a bond that feels both powerful and lasting. It’s not just flowery language, you know. It’s about two countries with a proper respect for one another, sharing similar values and having always stood shoulder to shoulder through thick and thin. This ‘iron brotherhood’, as it’s fondly called, isn’t just some empty phrase – it’s the core of a friendship that goes beyond mere slogans, wouldn’t you say? – it’s a real, deep friendship that means something. It’s the foundation of both countries’ foreign policies, built on cooperation, cultural exchange and strategic alignment.

Recently, a few voices have suggested there’s tension, with some quick to pick apart diplomatic wording or highlight minor disagreements, implying that this close friendship might be more about convenience than genuine connection. That view, however, misses the mark; the Pak-China relationship isn’t built on convenience or short-term goals. This is a bond forged through shared challenges, moments of mutual support, and years of trust—a friendship that history itself attests to. It’s a connection that runs deep........

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