Pakistan and China have agreed to maintain the momentum of bilateral exchanges and promote ties between the navies of the two countries.

The understanding to this effect came during the 4th round of Pakistan-China Maritime Dialogue that was held in Islamabad today.

The two sides expressed satisfaction at time-tested Pakistan-China friendship and All-weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership between the two countries while committing to further expanding bilateral maritime cooperation since the 3rd round.

The two sides also noted the evolving regional and global maritime changes and agreed that their mutual cooperation is in-line with their shared vision for a peaceful and prosperous Asia-Pacific region.

It was agreed that the 5th round of Maritime Dialogue will be held in China next year.