<h1>Chinese and Pakistani Presidents affirm 'ironclad' friendship, emphasize strategic cooperation amid CPEC challenges and regional diplomacy.</h1> Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistan's President discussed the strong bilateral ties between their countries, emphasizing their 'ironclad' friendship and strategic cooperation. Both nations have supported each other politically and advanced projects like the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), despite tensions due to attacks on Chinese workers by militants. During his visit, the Pakistani President also met with Chinese officials, highlighting mutual trust as key to their relationship. His visit coincides with the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, where leaders from various Asian countries were invited to participate.