Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has emphasized that the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) will transform Pakistan’s economy by driving industrialisation, modernising agriculture, and creating new opportunities in IT, renewable energy, and real estate development.

In an interview with Chinese media outlet CGTN, Bilawal underlined that Pakistan-China cooperation will now expand into advanced sectors, including solar and wind power, electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence. He noted that these initiatives would strengthen socio-economic development and ensure that both nations benefit from the long-term vision of CPEC.

“The second phase of CPEC will help Pakistan move towards sustainable economic growth by adopting advanced technologies and modern industrial practices,” Bilawal said.

He also welcomed China’s Global Governance Initiative, calling it crucial for addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change, terrorism, and pandemics.

Bilawal praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent visit to Beijing, noting that the new Pakistan-China action plan reflects concrete steps to advance CPEC Phase-II. He highlighted that Pakistan could particularly benefit from China’s expertise in modern technology, smart infrastructure, and industrial development, all of which will have a direct impact on real estate, construction, and investment opportunities.

Concluding his remarks, Bilawal quoted a Chinese proverb, expressing hope that Pakistan will not only rely on external support but also “learn to fish” by building its own capacity through technology and innovation.