President Arif Alvi has said friendship with China is cornerstone ofPakistan’s foreign policy.

He was talking to Chinese Defense Minister Wei Fenghe who called on him inIslamabad today (Tuesday).

He said Pakistan wants to strengthen its relations with China to confrontthe security challenges faced by the region.

Arif Alvi said Indian hegemonic designs pose a serious threat to regionalpeace and security.

The President said India is involved in terrorist activities in Balochistanand want to sabotage the CPEC project. He stressed the need for furtherenhancing defense relations between the two countries.

Arif Alvi appreciated the steps taken by China against Covid-19.

The Chinese Defense Minister said his country wants to share the benefitsof its development with Pakistan.