Pakistan, May 22 -- President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday reaffirmed Pakistan's unwavering commitment to its strategic partnership with China, describing the bilateral relationship as a time-tested friendship rooted in mutual trust, shared aspirations and steadfast support through every challenge.

They were addressing a ceremony in Islamabad to mark the 75th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations.

"Seventy-five years ago, our two nations began a journey rooted in mutual respect and shared aspirations. Today, this journey has evolved into an all-weather, unique strategic cooperation."

"Pakistan and China have stood by each other through various challenges, safeguarding each other's core int...