BEIJING, Nov. 12 (Xinhua) — Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has extended his congratulations to Xinhua News Agency on its 95th anniversary and the successful hosting of the 7th World Media Summit.

In his congratulatory message, Zardari said that over the decades, Xinhua had established itself as a leading international news agency, making significant contributions to journalism and promoting greater understanding among nations and peoples.

Xinhua’s “longstanding presence and professional engagement have helped connect audiences with developments and perspectives from around the world,” he said.

Zardari commended Xinhua for its valuable role in strengthening understanding between the peoples of Pakistan and China and in bringing the two countries closer.

Through its reporting and exchanges, Xinhua has helped audiences in Pakistan and China learn more about each other, he said.

Zardari expressed the hope that as the Pakistan-China relationship continues to grow across diverse areas, Xinhua would further contribute to deepening people-to people ties, particularly by promoting greater understanding of the two countries’ shared history, cultures, traditions and languages.

Noting that misinformation and disinformation can spread rapidly, Zardari stressed the important role of professional journalism in providing accurate, timely and reliable information.

He expressed confidence that Xinhua would continue to uphold these values, contributing to informed public discourse and greater understanding among peoples.

Zardari also expressed confidence that Xinhua would continue to play a constructive role in strengthening communication between nations and further advancing the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China.