21st May 2025 marks 74th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations established in 1951. Pakistan and China share a brotherhood that transcends time, a relationship built on trust, solidarity, and a shared vision for the future. On this Pak-China Friendship Day, we honor more than just diplomatic ties; we celebrate the profound connection between our people, the milestones we’ve achieved together, and an unwavering commitment to stand side by side through every challenge and triumph.
China Mobile Communications Company (CMCC) is a global leader in building a World-class Information Service and Technology Innovation Company. As Pakistan’s leading technology innovation company and a proud CMCC subsidiary in Pakistan, Zong drives this vision forward by pioneering cutting-edge technology, intelligent solutions, and inclusive digital transformation. Our mission extends beyond connectivity; we are shaping a future where technology bridges progress, empowers communities and strengthens the bond between Pakistan and China. Together, we are shaping a future defined by collaboration, innovation, and mutual growth.
CPEC: Building the Foundations of a Stronger Pakistan
China Pakistan Economic Corridor is a journey towards economic regionalization in the globalized world. As the digital backbone of CPEC, Zong has pioneered seamless 4G connectivity along all major trade corridors, enabling real-time coordination for logistics, security, and infrastructure development. We take pride in being the exclusive provider of high-speed connectivity at Gwadar Port, where our network drives trade automation and next-generation IoT logistics solutions. Our dedicated coverage extends to Pakistan’s entire energy ecosystem – from coal and hydro plants to solar and nuclear facilities, while our robust connectivity in the Special Economic Zones accelerates industrial automation and smart manufacturing. Beyond connectivity, we are building the technological foundation for Pakistan’s economic future, ensuring every CPEC project operates at peak efficiency in our increasingly digital world.
Driving Impact Where It Matters
Beyond business, Zong is deeply committed to sustainability and corporate responsibility, with focused efforts in digital inclusion, education, health, and the environment. Under the Belt & Road Initiative, Zong has established Digital Learning Labs in Gwadar and Karachi, helping bridge the digital divide and create new opportunities for youth in underserved areas on the CPEC route.
Zong’s Digital Scholars Program, powered in collaboration with Knowledge Platform, represents a quantum leap in education technology along the CPEC route. By deploying AI-adaptive learning platforms, gamified STEM content, and real-time performance analytics, we are not just educating students, we are creating a tech-fluent generation capable of driving Pakistan’s digital economy. By the end of 2024, the program had reached over 35,000 students, with projections to impact more than 50,000 students by the end of 2025.
Enabling Pakistan’s Digital Future
The Pakistan-China collaboration has also driven technological innovation and network expansion in previously underserved regions. In 2024, Zong partnered with the Special Communications Organization (SCO) and expanded mobile internet services across 46 cities with 88 sites in Gilgit-Baltistan. This upgrade addressed key technical and logistical barriers, unlocking reliable, high-speed connectivity for residents, businesses, and tourists in the region.
Zong has also launched the Z SAIS Cloud, an enterprise-grade, locally hosted cloud platform to empower the nation’s digital economy with secure, low-latency, and AI-powered infrastructure. Designed for critical sectors like finance, healthcare, education, and government, it ensures full data sovereignty while delivering scalable performance at competitive local pricing. By eliminating dependence on foreign cloud providers, Z SAIS Cloud not only accelerates Pakistan’s technological independence but also provides a secure foundation for AI-driven growth and innovation across industries.
Cultural Understanding: The Heart of True Partnership
True friendship blossoms through shared understanding, and at Zong, we are cultivating this bond through vibrant cultural exchange that unites our diverse workforce. As a living bridge between Pakistan and China, we proudly celebrate national festivals from both nations – from the colorful spring festivities of Chinese Spring Festival to Pakistan’s rich Independence Day traditions. These cultural touchpoints do more than honor heritage; they create a workplace where every employee gains deeper appreciation for both cultures while contributing their unique perspectives. Through calligraphy workshops, language exchanges, and joint celebrations, we are building more than a multicultural teaml, we are nurturing the human connections that make our Pak-China partnership truly exceptional. This diversity of thought and experience strengthens our innovation, ensuring Zong delivers solutions as dynamic as the communities we serve.
Together, Toward a Brighter Future
Pak-China Friendship Day stands as a radiant testament to what trust, unity, and shared vision can achieve. As we honor seven decades of brotherhood today, we at Zong look toward tomorrow with profound gratitude for our history and unshakable confidence in our future. To the people of both nations, whose dreams and determination built this extraordinary partnership, we extend our deepest respect and warmest wishes. May our ironclad friendship continue breaking new ground, lighting the path to mutual progress, enduring peace, and collective prosperity that will uplift our children and grandchildren. This is more than a celebration; it’s our shared promise to keep writing this remarkable story together.
Long Live Pak-China Friendship!