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What significant event in 1952 marked the beginning of Pakistan's support for China's international presence?
What significant event in 1952 marked the beginning of Pakistan's support for China's international presence?
Pakistan supported China's admission to the United Nations in 1952.
In what year did Pakistan and China resolve their boundary issues, and what impact did this have on their relations?
In what year did Pakistan and China resolve their boundary issues, and what impact did this have on their relations?
Boundary issues were settled in 1963, which strengthened diplomatic ties between Pakistan and China.
What was the significance of the Karakoram Highway opened in 1978 for Pakistan-China relations?
What was the significance of the Karakoram Highway opened in 1978 for Pakistan-China relations?
The Karakoram Highway provided the first major road link, enhancing trade and tourism between Pakistan and China.
How did Pakistan's foreign policies in the 1950s affect its relationship with China?
How did Pakistan's foreign policies in the 1950s affect its relationship with China?
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What role did Bhutto's visit to China in 1972 play in the context of Pakistan-China relations post-war?
What role did Bhutto's visit to China in 1972 play in the context of Pakistan-China relations post-war?
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Study Notes
Pakistan-China Relations
- Pakistan supported China's UN membership in 1952.
- Boundary issues between the two countries were resolved in 1963.
- Trade developed in the 1960s, particularly Pakistani cotton exports to China.
- China offered Pakistan a $60 million interest-free loan for machinery imports.
- China permitted Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to use any Chinese airport in 1963, despite US opposition.
- Increased Chinese visitors to Pakistan, including journalists, engineers, and scientists.
- China provided full support to Pakistan during the 1965 war and military aid.
- Post-1965 war, Bhutto's visit to China in 1972 re-established supportive relations.
- The Karakoram Highway (1978) established a crucial road link, promoting trade and tourism.
- Zia's 1986 visit to China, and the nuclear cooperation treaty signing highlighted the relationship's strength.
Periods of Cooling Relations
- A period of reduced relations occurred in the 1950s due to Pakistan's support for pro-US policies.
- Border disputes emerged in the 1950s.
- In 1958/59, Pakistan voted against China's UN admission and condemned China's military actions in Tibet.
- China's support for Pakistan was limited during the 1971 war.
- China's relations with other countries expanded in the 1990s.
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Explore the historical relations between Pakistan and China, from support in the UN to key agreements made throughout the decades. This quiz covers the significant events that established and strengthened their partnership, including trade, military support, and infrastructure projects. Test your knowledge on the milestones that shaped these two nations' diplomatic ties.
