Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Beijing from May 23 to 26, according to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The visit aims to advance bilateral relations and discuss shared interests between the two countries. The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said the leaders will meet in Beijing to address ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and promote peace initiatives.

China expressed full support for Pakistan’s “fair and balanced” mediation role in efforts to restore peace and stability in the Middle East. In recent months, Pakistan has acted as a key mediator in easing tensions between the United States and Iran. As part of these diplomatic efforts, Pakistan’s army chief and commander-in-chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, is visiting Tehran on Thursday.

The visit follows Beijing’s recent hosting of U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, reflecting China’s active engagement in global diplomacy.