The Prime Minister of Pakistan has extended heartfelt condolences on the passing away of former Premier of China Mr. Li Peng.

Mr. Li Peng played a great role in the development and prosperity of China and for peace in the region.

Premier Li Peng was a true friend and supporter of Pakistan who would always be remembered for his outstanding contributions for strengthening of traditional bonds of friendship between Pakistan and China.

He was instrumental in setting the foundations for a comprehensive and broad based relationship between our two countries.

Former Chinese premier Li Peng — known as the “Butcher of Beijing” for his role in the Tiananmen Square crackdown — died at the age of 90 on Tuesday.

Li died of an unspecified illness in Beijing after he failed to respond to medical treatment late Monday, the official Xinhua news agency said.