KARACHI:
President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday noted that Pakistan’s cooperation with China presents an important opportunity to modernize infrastructure, strengthen industrial capacity and advance socio-economic development.
The President received a detailed briefing on the implementation of the Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed during his recent visits to the People’s Republic of China.
The briefing, held at the Chief Minister’s House, Karachi, reviewed the ongoing work relating to joint initiatives between Sindh and Chinese partners.
The president said these agreements must translate into practical results, with clear deadlines, institutional coordination and sustained monitoring. He stressed the need to remove administrative bottlenecks, ensure transparency and help investors accelerate project execution.
The briefing covered progress in a range of sectors, including fire safety and emergency response systems, energy and fertilizer production, livestock development, agriculture, environmental management and recycling technologies.
Updates were also shared on initiatives to improve food security, strengthen livestock disease control mechanisms and promote sustainable industrial practices.
The President directed that all departments maintain close coordination with relevant authorities and their Chinese counterparts and ensure regular monitoring through dedicated mechanisms.
President Zardari received a detailed briefing on the functioning, development plans and institutional requirements of Cadet College Petaro, his alma mater.
The briefing focused on progress made on decisions taken at previous meetings of the Board of Governors and highlighted key priorities for the continued development of the institution, as well as proposals to modernize university education and expand its scope.
The President was briefed on the progress made in providing financial assistance for pension arrears, installation of 1.2 MW solar power plant, establishment of ERP system and upgrading of academic and residential facilities including ICT infrastructure and development of cadet mess.
Measures relating to scholarships through an endowment fund, enhancement of government grant aid and construction of boundary wall to prevent encroachment were also reviewed.
The meeting also discussed measures to ensure the long-term viability of the institution, including housing programs and health insurance for employees, as well as the establishment of a model high school affiliated with the college.
The President was informed that 50% of the students belong to Sindh province while the remaining 50% are from other parts of the country.
