China and Pakistan discussed in depth the international and regional developments and expressed their willingness to strengthen international and regional cooperation, according to a joint statement issued by the two countries in Beijing Tuesday.

The two sides reaffirmed their firm opposition to terrorism in all its forms and manifestations as well as the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery, says the joint statement. They also expressed their commitment to maintaining international peace and stability.

Both sides agreed that the United Nations reform should aim at strengthening its authority and unity and give priority to the issue of development. The reform of the Security Council should take into full consideration the interests of all its members, and a formula acceptable to all should be sought through extensive and thorough consultations, says the document.

Pakistan welcomed China becoming an observer of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). China welcomed Pakistan becoming an observer of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and invited it to participate in the SCO Shanghai Summit in June this year, it says.

Both sides expressed their support for the process of regional cooperation in Asia and the need to promote inter-regional cooperation, it adds.

Source: Xinhua