President to look for N-deal in Beijing

He said the talks between Pakistan and China would culminate with the ‘Joint Declaration’ aimed at intensifying the cooperation in different sectors. “There is complete resolve on the both sides to further cement the existing ties and transform them into more beneficial and advantageous relations,” he said.

Another official here said that an important significance of President Zardari’s visit to China was that it was taking place at a time when Pakistan’s relations with the United States had come under increasing strain and stress.

He said that President Zardari was travelling to China at a time when Pakistan was facing serious threats to its security and grave economic challenges. However, he added that President and other senior Pakistani officials hoped that China would not fail its old friend and come up with full support at a time when it was most needed.