The 97th Anniversary of the founding of People's Liberation Army of China was hosted at GHQ in Rawalpindi today. His Excellency Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Defence Attaché Major General Wang Zhong, Chinese Embassy officials and Officers from tri-services of Pakistan attended the event. Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir praised the PLA's contribution to Chinese defence, security and nation development. The Army Chief said relations between Pakistan Army and Peoples Liberation Army are strong and both militaries continue to engage in bilateral military cooperation, demonstrating the iron clad brotherhood between the two countries. Speaking on the occasion, the Chinese Ambassador said Pakistani military has always been at the forefront of countering terrorism and has made great sacrifices for the peace and stability of Pakistan and the region. Source: Radio Pakistan