China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Fu Cong, hosted a farewell lunch for Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, and members of his team.

The interaction reflected the enduring bonds of friendship, mutual trust and close cooperation between Pakistan and China, and underscored the close coordination between the two countries at the United Nations.

On the occasion, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad expressed appreciation for the warm hospitality extended to him and his team and reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to further strengthening the time-tested Pakistan-China friendship.

Ambassador Fu Cong wished Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad every success in his new assignment as Foreign Secretary of Pakistan.