Friday, November 23, 2007
China backs Pakistan on 'social stability' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\23\story_23-11-2007_pg7_48
ISLAMABAD: Chinese President Hu Jintao sent a message of support on Thursday to President General Pervez Musharraf, saying it was important to maintain "social stability" in the country. In a message read out on state television by Musharraf's spokesman, Hu said Pakistan's stability was vital to regional peace and security. "I completely understand the efforts made by Your Excellency President Musharraf for keeping social stability in Pakistan," spokesman Rashid Qureshi quoted Hu as saying in the letter. "I firmly believe that under the leadership of Your Excellency, Pakistan is able to properly handle the internal and external challenges, realise a smooth transition and continue to maintain stability and development," it added. Pakistan regards China as its closest ally thanks to decades of support, and Beijing is also its biggest arms supplier. afp
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