ISLAMABAD (DNA) – Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on Thursday will embark on a four-day official visit to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

During the visit, PM Khan on Friday will attend the second Belt and Road Forum being inaugurated in Beijing.

The Belt and Road Forum provides a platform to countries participating in Belt and Road Initiative for exchanging views and experiences on regional connectivity; policy synergy; socio-economic development and trade and commerce.

Leaders from 40 countries and delegations from over 100 countries, international organizations and corporate sector would participate in the event.

During the visit, the prime minister will deliver a keynote speech in the opening ceremony of the Forum and participate in the Leaders Round Table.

He would also hold meetings with several Heads of State and Government and corporate and business leaders. PM Imran is also scheduled to meet International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank delegation during his visit.

In addition to participating in the Belt and Road Forum, the Prime Minister will also hold bilateral meetings with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang.

Pakistan and China will also sign several MoUs and Agreements to enhance bilateral cooperation in diverse areas.

Following the Forum, the Prime Minister will attend Beijing International Horticulture Exhibition-2019 and address Pakistan Trade and Investment Conference in Beijing.