China-Pakistan ties 'unbreakable,' says Munir Akram; 'touched' by Beijing's flood aid.

NEW YORK -- Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations, Munir Akram, has praised China's leading role at the UN, saying Beijing's policies are based on principles of the UN Charter, support for multilateralism and "win-win" cooperation.

Speaking at a virtual reception, hosted by Chinese Ambassador Zhang Jun, to mark his country's national day, he also spoke about the close Sino-Pakistani friendship, saying the flood-hit people of Pakistan were "touched" by the solidarity shown and the help provided by the Chinese people in their difficult times.

"Our mutual friendship has a great future," Ambassador Akram said.

In his remarks, the Pakistani envoy lauded China's phenomenal progress, especially in bringing 700 million people out of poverty in only 30 years.

"China's phenomenal achievements in the economic, social, scientific and technological fields reflect the vision and sagacity of its leaders - especially President Xi Jinping - and the hard work of the Chinese people," Ambassador Akram said.

Underlining that China and Pakistan are "old and trusted" friends, he said, "Our unbreakable friendship is based on sovereign equality, non-interference in each others' internal affairs and mutual respect.

"We deeply value China's consistent and vital support for...