Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep grief over the tragic loss of lives and displacement caused by the recent torrential rains and landslides in China. In a statement on social media platform X, he conveyed, "on behalf of the people of Pakistan as well as on my own behalf, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and all those affected."

According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister noted that having recently faced similar challenges in various parts of Pakistan, he fully understands and empathizes with the hardship that the Chinese brothers and sisters are enduring. He expressed the confidence that the resilience and unity of the Chinese people, under the resolute leadership of President Xi Jinping, will see them through this difficult time.

Shehbaz Sharif also said the people of Pakistan stand in solidarity with the people of China in this challenging time, bound together through thick and thin, in the spirit of ironclad brotherhood.