“President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in China on Saturday for a week-long visit marking the 75th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations.”

Pakistan Foreign OfficeStatementApril 25, 2026Read the original

Announcement and coverage of President Zardari's visit to Hunan and Hainan.

Our verdict

True

Zardari arrived early on Saturday 25 April 2026 for a visit to 1 May, framed around the 75th anniversary of relations.

What we found

The Foreign Office scheduled Changsha from 25 to 27 April and Sanya from 28 April to 1 May, describing the trip's significance in the 75th anniversary year. China's foreign ministry confirmed the dates. The claim is accurate.

The evidence

1 of 2 sources support the claim; none contradict it.

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Supports the claim
President Zardari arrived in China for a visit focused on economic cooperation and CPEC. [1]
Background
China said ties with Pakistan maintain robust development. [2]

How we checked

We checked the claim against Daily Excelsior (PTI), Dawn. We reviewed 2 relevant sources.

Sources

[1]Dawn · President Zardari arrives in China for visit focused on 'economic cooperation, CPEC'
[2]Daily Excelsior (PTI) · China says its ties with Pakistan maintain robust development

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