Source: CCTV news client
On January 19, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian presided over a regular press conference. A reporter asked, the Pakistani president said that he believes that China will successfully host the Beijing Winter Olympics, and Pakistan will fully participate in this event.
Zhao Lijian said: The Chinese side has noted that President Alvi has positively evaluated China-Pakistan relations during the interview, highly affirmed the preparations for the Beijing Winter Olympics, taken a clear-cut stand against the politicization of sports, and called on the whole world to enjoy the grand event of the Winter Olympics. This once again highlights the all-weather strategic partnership and "hardcore" brotherhood between China and Pakistan, which we highly appreciate.
Zhao Lijian said that the preparations for the Beijing Winter Olympics have entered the stage of "pressing the line". Many national dignitaries, athletes and people from all walks of life, as well as international organizations such as the International Olympic Committee, have expressed their support and expectations for the Beijing Winter Olympic Games. China has the confidence to work with all parties to practice the Olympic spirit of "greater unity" and present a simple, safe and wonderful Olympic event for the world.
(CCTV reporter Zhu Ruomeng Kong Luyuan)