China, Pakistan reiterate commitment to combating terrorism with “zero tolerance” attitude

The Chinese and Pakistani authorities have reiterated their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations with a “zero tolerance” attitude.

The sides agreed to further strengthen cooperation in counter-terrorism and security through a comprehensive approach, TASS reports citing a joint statement between the People’s Republic of China and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan following Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to China.

According to the document, calling on the international community to strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation, the two sides expressed their firm opposition to double standards on counter-terrorism, and opposed the politicisation and instrumentalisation of counter-terrorism.

The two sides stood ready to work with the international community to strengthen multilateral counter-terrorism cooperation within multilateral frameworks such as the United Nations.

The Pakistani side was committed to enhancing security forces deployment and taking more effective security measures, and making all-out efforts to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel, projects and institutions in Pakistan.