LAHORE: (Thursday, August 24, 2023): Punjab University Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Khalid Mahmood has said that there are deep ties between Pakistan and China and Urdu and Chinese languages can play a role in strengthening these relations further. He was addressing the certificate distribution ceremony for the students who completed the Chinese language course organized by PU Confucius Institute at Al Raazi Hall. On this occasion, Host Director PU Confucius Institute Dr Shafiqur Rehman, Chinese teacher Chen Meifen, faculty members and students were present. In his address, Dr Khalid Mahmood said that China is fulfilling its commitment to be a long-time friend by helping Pakistan in every possible way for development in every field. He said that the language of developed countries should be learnt to help understand their culture, economy, society and technology. He said that the efforts of Punjab University Confucius Institute for the promotion of Chinese language are commendable. He congratulated the students of different levels who completed the course. Chinese teacher Chen Meifen said that Pakistani students are very talented and it is always a pleasure to teach them. She urged the students who completed the course to work hard and dedicate themselves for success in practical life. Dr Shafiqur Rahman said that Punjab University Confucius Institute is playing a dynamic role for the promotion of Chinese language which will benefit the students in their professional life. Later, certificates were distributed among the students who completed the Chinese language course from level one to five.