Group 1: Economic Corridor Development - The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has achieved significant results with investments exceeding $25 billion in transportation, infrastructure, and energy sectors, laying a solid foundation for Pakistan's economic growth [1] - The second phase of CPEC focuses on industrialization, agriculture, ICT, mining, and other technology-related fields, aiming to create more job opportunities and promote inter-enterprise cooperation [1][2] - Pakistan is recognized as a key hub connecting South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East, with CPEC at the center of bilateral economic cooperation [2] Group 2: Bilateral Trade and Investment - China has been Pakistan's largest trading partner for ten consecutive years, being the top source of imports and the second-largest export destination for Pakistan [2] - A high-profile B2B meeting is scheduled during the upcoming visit of Pakistan's Prime Minister, with over 500 companies expected to participate, aiming to enhance cooperation in agriculture, food processing, and textiles [2] Group 3: Mango Diplomacy and Agricultural Cooperation - The first Pakistan Mango Festival was held in China, highlighting mangoes as a cultural symbol and a key agricultural export, with 2023 exports to China reaching 115,000 tons valued at $80 million [3][5] - The mangoes' unique quality is attributed to their cultivation in high temperatures and historical agricultural practices, making them a significant export product for Pakistan [3][5] - There are plans to double mango exports to China within five years, increasing the volume to 230,000 tons and the value to at least $160 million [6] Group 4: Logistics and Transportation - China Southern Airlines has increased flights between China and Pakistan, with approximately 16 weekly flights facilitating passenger and cargo transport, enhancing trade and cooperation [7] - The establishment of cold chain logistics has significantly reduced transportation time for mangoes by 50%, improving their marketability in China [3][5] Group 5: Future Prospects in Agriculture - There is a strong emphasis on agricultural technology cooperation, with potential collaborations in seed development, pest control, and AI integration in farming practices [6] - Pakistan is looking to expand its agricultural exports to China, including dried fruits and corn, tapping into China's significant market demand [6]

近日，巴基斯坦驻华使馆在中国农业农村部举办首届巴基斯坦芒果节。哈什米在活动致辞上表示，芒果 不仅是巴基斯坦的"国果"，也是文化的重要组成部分，还在外交舞台上扮演着独特角色——作为国礼馈 赠国际政要。 21世纪经济报道记者郑青亭 北京报道 近日，巴基斯坦驻华大使卡里尔·哈什米在北京向21世纪经济报道记者表示，中巴经济走廊建设取得了 丰硕成果，在交通、基础设施和能源领域投资已超过250亿美元，为巴基斯坦夯实发展基础、加速经济 增长奠定了坚实基础。 展望未来，他表示，希望两国携手打造走廊"升级版"，将商业合作拓展到农业、矿业、信息通信技术 （ICT）产业等方面。他说，这些领域有巨大的合作潜力，一些嗅觉灵敏的中国企业已在巴基斯坦早早 布局。 "现在，中巴经济走廊的建设已经进入第二阶段，重点聚焦工业化、农业、ICT、采矿以及其他技术相 关领域。我们的目标是创造更多就业机会，促进企业间的合作，推动产业间的协作，并鼓励更多科研和 教育交流。"哈什米说。 被誉为"亚洲支点"的巴基斯坦是是连接南亚、中亚、中东地区的枢纽，是共建"一带一路"重要支点国 家。近年来，两国以中巴经济走廊建设为中心，以能源、交通基础设施、瓜达尔港、产业 ...