China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, in Islamabad on Friday. According to the military’s media wing, the two discussed regional security, counterterrorism, and other matters of mutual concern.

The sixth Pakistan-China Strategic Dialogue was held on Thursday morning, following the arrival of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Pakistan late Wednesday night. During his visit, Wang also met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, with Beijing reaffirming its commitment to work closely with Islamabad in promoting regional peace, stability, and development.

Before arriving in Islamabad, Wang stopped in Kabul for talks with his Afghan counterpart. In a statement, China’s foreign ministry said Beijing was ready to support its neighbours on matters concerning their “core interests” and oppose external interference. Wang also stressed the need to strengthen security dialogues, improve law enforcement cooperation, counter transnational terrorism, and counter conditions driving extremism.

According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Wang’s meeting with Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, focused on regional security and counterterrorism. “Both sides reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen the strategic partnership and enhance coordination at regional and international forums,” the statement read.

The ISPR underlined that Field Marshal Munir praised Beijing for its continuous support, while Wang reaffirmed China’s unwavering backing for Pakistan’s sovereignty and progress. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to promoting regional peace, stability, and prosperity.

China and Pakistan share a long-standing strategic alliance that includes infrastructure, energy, trade, and defence. Military-to-military ties have also strengthened over time, with both nations pledging to maintain high-level exchanges and expand collaboration in joint training, exercises, and defence technology.

Earlier this month, COAS Munir attended an event marking the 98th anniversary of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), where he underscored the “enduring partnership” between Islamabad and Beijing as a cornerstone of regional stability.

During his visit to Beijing last month, Chinese leaders had also praised the Pakistan Army, describing it as a “cornerstone of resilience and a vital contributor” to peace in the region.