Pakistan and China have agreed to expand cooperation in key sectors after signing three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in Changsha. The agreements focus on seawater desalination, agriculture, and tea production, aiming to support long-term development in Pakistan.
One of the main highlights is a plan to convert seawater into drinking water for Karachi. The city faces serious water shortages, with demand far higher than supply. Experts say desalination can provide a reliable solution, especially for coastal cities. Similar projects are already in use in countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, where seawater is treated to meet drinking standards.
The MoUs were signed in the presence of Asif Ali Zardari, along with officials from the Sindh government and representatives of Chinese companies. The agreements also include support for modern farming methods and improvements in Pakistan’s tea sector, which still depends heavily on imports.
China has been working closely with Pakistan under projects linked to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, focusing on infrastructure and industrial growth. These new agreements show a shift towards sectors like water management and agriculture.
Officials say the partnerships will help create jobs, improve local industries, and strengthen economic ties between the two countries through shared knowledge and technology transfer over time.
