Second phase of CPEC in full swing: Sami Saeed

Second phase of CPEC in full swing: Sami Saeed

Pakistan

Says caretaker govt is committed to implement development projects in letter and spirit

ISLAMABAD (Web Desk) – Caretaker Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives, Muhammad Sami Saeed has said the second phase of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is in full swing.

Speaking at a seminar on Belt and Road Initiative in Islamabad today, he said the caretaker government is committed to implement development projects in letter and spirit.

The Minister for Planning said both China and Pakistan remain committed in the implementation of CPEC, which has evolved from a connectivity project to a symbol of enduring regional cooperation with far-reaching implications for development and stability.

Speaking on the occasion, Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, said China will continue to support Pakistan in implementing CPEC projects.

The Chinese envoy also appreciated Pakistan for taking extraordinary security measures for the Chinese workers.